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Sesame Street: Friends and Fun Launch Trailer

Outright Games, in collaboration with Sesame Workshop, today celebrates the official release of Sesame Street: Friends & Fun, launching across Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. The game celebrates kindness, community, and playful learning.

Marking Sesame Street’s first major console game in 15 years, Sesame Street: Friends & Fun invites children and their families to step into the iconic neighbourhood, meet its beloved residents and help prepare for the biggest celebration of the year: the Big Block Party. Players can create their own fully customisable character and become the guest of honour as they lend a hand with the festivities.

There’s plenty to discover across three colourful locations inspired by the world of Sesame Street. Explore the wider Sesame neighborhood , including the Community Garden, Bandstand and Farm, to the sunny Park and attraction-filled Fun Fair, each area is packed with activities, challenges and opportunities to spend time with some of Sesame Street’s most recognisable characters.

Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Tango, Grover, Cookie Monster, Ernie, Bert, The Count, Oscar the Grouch and Big Bird are all on hand to help along the way. Whether it’s cooking up a storm with Cookie Monster, helping Abby with her magic, caring for Tango or keeping a watchful eye on some mischievous chickens, there’s always something to get involved in as the neighbourhood gets ready for the big celebration.

With more than 100 mini-games and activities to play, Sesame Street: Friends & Fun brings together storytelling, exploration and learning in an accessible and engaging experience for young children. Activities range from shape tracing, counting, sorting, and problem-solving to creative challenges and playful moments, giving children tons of opportunities to learn, discover and have fun.

The customisation doesn’t stop with the character, either. Children can design their own home and decorate parts of the neighbourhood, with a wide selection of clothing, furniture and decorative items to choose from. Whether they want to create a colourful home or put their own stamp on Sesame Street, there are many ways to make the world feel like their own.

Carefully designed with younger players in mind, Sesame Street: Friends & Fun features intuitive controls and a welcoming environment that makes for playful learning, encouraging kindness and helping the community. The game can be enjoyed solo or with a friend or family member through two-player local cooperative play offering a shared way to explore Sesame Street and get ready for the Big Block Party.

For more than 55 years, Sesame Street has helped children around the world learn, grow and build important life skills through memorable characters, humour and research-backed educational content. Sesame Street: Friends & Fun brings that same spirit of friendship, creativity and learning into an interactive adventure created for the newest generation of players and their families.

Sesame Street: Friends & Fun is available now on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.

Artemis Fowl Greenlit for Animated Television Series on Disney Channel and Disney+

“Artemis Fowl,” the global bestselling book franchise from author Eoin Colfer, has been greenlit for an animated TV series adaptation on Disney Channel and Disney+. Colfer announced the news during the “25 Years of Artemis Fowl” panel at New York Comic Con. He will serve as an executive producer, bringing his creative vision to dig deeper into the characters and lore of the beloved book series that is celebrating its 25th anniversary of the first book this year.

The action-adventure fantasy series “Artemis Fowl” follows 13-year-old genius Artemis Fowl as he uncovers an underground world of armed and dangerous — and surprisingly high-tech — fairies as he launches a plan to capture one and steal its magic to heal his dying mom and save his family.

Alongside Colfer, “Artemis Fowl” is executive produced by EmmyⓇ and Annie Award winner Ben Juwono (“Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur,” “Big Hero 6: The Series”) and Colleen Evanson (“Prep and Landing: The Snowball Protocol” “DuckTales,” “Monsters at Work”).

“For more than two decades, Eoin Colfer’s ‘Artemis Fowl’ books have captivated readers around the world with unforgettable characters, imaginative world-building, and gripping adventures,” said Ayo Davis, president, Disney Kids & Family. “Bringing this beloved franchise to life as an animated series gives us the opportunity to introduce a new generation to Artemis’ world while honoring the longtime fans who have cherished these stories for years.”

Colfer said, “I am proud and delighted to be part of the formidable team that is putting the ‘Artemis Fowl’ animation on screen. Everyone is so talented and so positive that I feel certain the fairy world is in excellent hands.”

Since the publication of the first “Artemis Fowl” novel in 2001, the series has become a global phenomenon, with more than 35 million copies sold worldwide and translated in 48 languages.

“Artemis Fowl” joins the growing slate of animated storytelling for Disney+, alongside series that include “Dragon Striker,” “Phineas and Ferb,” “Big City Greens” and the upcoming “Messi and the Giants,” “Kingdom Hearts,” “Warrior Cats” and “Journey.” The series reflects the platform’s continued focus on creating stories filled with magic, wonder, adventure and heart for a new generation of kids and families.

Reina Joins FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves as Season 3 Final Fighter in December

SNK CORPORATION today announced a collaboration with Bandai Namco Entertainment’s TEKKEN series that brings TEKKEN 8’s Reina to FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves as the final DLC fighter for Season Pass 3. Reina will join the roster in December 2026.

With her recent debut in TEKKEN 8, Reina has quickly become a fan favorite among players worldwide. Behind her cheerful smile lies overwhelming power and ruthlessness, and powerful opponents await her arrival in South Town. Her signature fast-paced, aggressive TEKKEN fighting style has been blended with CotW’s REV System, delivering a fresh playstyle that brings together the best of both series.

Reina completes Season 3’s seven-fighter lineup, which also includes fan favorites Rick Strowd, Duck King, and Kim Kaphwan; Tokyo Revengers’ Mikey and Draken, arriving together on October 22; and Laocorn from Fatal Fury: The Motion Picture in November. Their vengeance-fueled fates mirror Season 3’s theme and tagline: Destined for Revenge. The crossover also continues a connection between the two series: FATAL FURY’s Geese Howard joined TEKKEN 7 as a guest fighter.

Reina, the Purple Lightning

  • Voice Actors: Kate Clarke (EN), Asami Seto (JA)
  • Bio: Reina is a mysterious girl whose only known background is that she attends Mishima Polytechnical School. Lightning-fast in battle, she occasionally reveals a ruthless side beneath her cheerful demeanor. After wandering into South Town, she decides to enter King of Fighters out of curiosity. Just what exactly are her plans…?

Players ready to take on Reina can either pick up Season Pass 3 for $19.99 / €19.99 if they already own the base game, or purchase FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves Revenge Edition (base game + Season Passes 1, 2, and 3) for $49.99 / €49.99 on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Steam, and Epic Games Store. Nintendo Switch 2 players can preorder the digital Starter Edition (base game + Season Passes 1, 2, and 3) for $29.99 / €29.99 ahead of its October 22, 2026 launch.

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Red Bull Wings Cup Kicks Off a New Global EA Sports FC 27 Competition

The road to Miami begins. Registration is now open in nearly 80 different countries for Red Bull Wings Cup, a new EA SPORTS FC™ 27 competition giving everyday players the chance to compete for the opportunity to represent their country on a global stage like never before.

Taking place across almost 80 countries and in partnership with EA SPORTS and PlayStation, Red Bull Wings Cup welcomes players of all skill levels to compete, whether from home or on campus. Only those who rise to the top will earn a place at their National Final for the chance to represent their country at the Red Bull Wings Cup World Final at Inter Miami’s Nu Stadium in Miami, USA, in early 2027. The once-in-a-lifetime World Final will combine competitive gameplay with real-life football moments as finalists compete to become the inaugural Red Bull Wings Cup champion.

 

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The journey begins when players register for one of two leagues:

  • The University League – where currently enrolled university students can compete on PlayStationⓇ 5 consoles in on-campus qualifiers against other students, playing EA SPORTS FC™ 27 Rush

  • The Open League – where players can log into PlayStation Tournaments on their PlayStation 5 consoles to compete online using their own squad, playing EA SPORTS FC™ 27 Ultimate Team.

Red Bull Wings Cup is open to everyone aged 18 and over who is a current resident of any participating country. Local Terms and Conditions may apply.

The top players from both the Open and University Leagues will progress to their respective National Finals, with eligible National Champions earning the right to represent their country at the World Final in Miami.

Beyond the tournament, a limited-edition Red Bull Wings Cup can will be launching worldwide. Each can will give eligible consumers the chance to unlock EA SPORTS FC™ 27 in-game rewards and compete to win a trip to watch the World Final in Miami, giving players even more ways to step into the Red Bull Wings Cup experience, wherever they play.

Red Bull Wings Cup is in partnership with EA SPORTS and PlayStation® Tournaments.

Players can register now, via www.redbullwingscup.com.

Ravenswatch DLC Introduces New Playable Character Kintaro Out Now

More than two years after its 1.0 release, Ravenswatch continues to delight fans and newcomers alike with additional content. Kintaro is the fourth additional playable character (after Merlin, Romeo, and Juliet) to join the nine original heroes. Among them, Kintaro is the only one without any afflictions. Brave, endowed with Herculean strength, and possessing a heart of gold, Kintaro discovers the ravaged world of Reveree and doesn’t hesitate for a moment to put his power to work for a just cause: repelling the Nightmare invasion. Kintaro is available today as a DLC character on PC, Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One!

Hailing from Japanese folklore, Kintaro is a powerful hero armed with a gigantic axe. He can fight while riding his bear, Kuma, or let his faithful companion wreak havoc alongside him on the battlefield. As such, he has two sets of abilities, offering greater complexity as well as flexibility depending on the situation. Riding Kuma, players can slice through Nightmares with his claws. On foot, they can swing Kintaro’s axe and unleash devastating combo attacks with his carnivorous sidekick.

In addition to the DLC, Passtech Games is rolling out a major update eagerly awaited by many players: a rework of Talents, the heroes’ special abilities. The studio has been very attentive to the community, observing gameplay patterns and taking player feedback into account to rework these Talents. Some have been rebalanced, others merged, and still others have simply been added or removed. As a result, all heroes now have new ways to play through their active and passive abilities, with the goal of revitalizing the gameplay experience.

Ravenswatch is a top-down roguelike action game that combines intense real-time combat with deep gameplay and high replay value. After the success of Curse of the Dead Gods, Passtech Games returns with a new formula and game experience.

No two runs are alike. With 13 heroes, over 250 talents and 50 magical items offering endless build combinations, 4 difficulty levels, custom game modes and online cross-play co-op up to 4 players, the game offers an addictive experience and high replay value.

He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: Dragon Pearl of Destruction Arrives Feb 4th

After waiting an Eternia (sorry) we’re happy to tell you that pre-orders for the much-anticipated He-Man and the Masters of the Universe™: Dragon Pearl of Destruction go live today courtesy of our friends at Clear River Games and Limited Run Games, with the release date set for 4th February 2027.

Developed by the talented folk at Bitmap Bureau (Terminator 2D: NO FATE, Final Vendetta), Mattel and the retro team at Clear River Games, He-Man and the Masters of the Universe™: Dragon Pearl of Destruction will be launching digitally and physically on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 and XBOX Series S|X.

Standard physical versions are available to pre-order via Clear River Games, industry leader in retro and retro-inspired titles, and not one, but TWO exclusive physical versions of the game will be available via the king of the collector’s edition, Limited Run Games!

The standard physical release will also be available at all good gaming retailers, with an SRP of $29.99 / €29.99.

Pre-orders for He-Man and the Masters of the Universe™: Dragon Pearl of Destruction open today, at 12:00 PM ET (16:00 UTC), with Limited Run exclusive edition pre-orders set to close on November 22, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET (04:59 UTC November 23, 2026).

With artistic inspiration taken directly from the iconic 1980’s animated series, He-Man and the Masters of the Universe™: Dragon Pearl of Destruction comes to life in breathtaking style, in a brand-new retro-inspired 2D brawler, blending classic arcade action with high-fantasy theatrics. When Eternia faces its darkest hour, under siege from the nefarious Skeletor and his army of villains, only He-Man, She-Ra, Man-At-Arms, and Teela can save the planet from certain doom!

Go it alone or grab a buddy, as you assume the role of Eternia’s beloved heroes, fighting to save Eternia from plunging into darkness. An authentic 16-bit tale of sword and sorcery, the power of He-Man is finally in your hands, delivering eye-popping graphics, and intense brawling action, some 40 years in the making!

He-Man and the Masters of the Universe™: Dragon Pearl of Destruction features:

  • Stunning Retro Revival: Experience Eternia like never before with massive, highly detailed pixel-art sprites and lush environments that look exactly like the original 1980s cartoon come to life.
  • A Legendary Roster: Play as He-Man, Man-At-Arms, Teela and unlock She-Ra as a playable character in future playthroughs! Each hero features a unique playstyle, from He-Man’s raw power to Teela’s agile staff combat.
  • Ride into Battle: It wouldn’t be Masters of the Universe without Battle Cat! Mount He-Man’s fearless feline companion to tear through Skeletor’s minions with tooth and claw.
  • 13 Action-Packed Stages: Battle your way across the diverse landscapes of Eternia, from the Royal Palace and the Vine Jungle to the dark corridors of Snake Mountain.
  • Classic Co-op Action: Team up with a friend in 2-player local co-op to deliver double the justice. Perfect for those who grew up playing side-by-side at the arcade.
  • Deep-Cut Villains: Square off against iconic foes including Skeletor, Evil-Lyn, Beast Man, and Trap Jaw, along with deep-lore appearances like the dark sorceress Shokoti and the Shadow Beasts.

Ranger’s Path National Park Simulator New Multiplayer Gameplay Trailer

While many people enjoy the quiet of nature in solitude, working as the sole ranger in a vast national park can sometimes be quite a challenge. For this reason, Ranger’s Path: National Park Simulator will introduce an optional two-player co-op mode when the game leaves Early Access on PC on November 17, 2026.

Naturally, this new feature will also be available on PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S on the same day, when players on these platforms will be able to experience the beauty of Faremont National Park for the first time—whether solo or together with a friend. It’s time to secure your tickets to the park!

Today’s multiplayer trailer shows diverse situations, where playing with a partner opens up interesting opportunities for collaboration – complete with cross-platform support.

Ranger’s Path: National Park Simulator will be available as a full release on Steam, the Epic Games Store for 19.99 Euro/ 19.99 USD / 16.75 GBP and PlayStation®5, and Xbox Series X|S for 24.99 Euro/ 24.99 USD /22.49 GBP starting November 17, 2026 and is now open for pre-orders. Owners of the base game on PC will receive all Early Access updates for free leading up to the full release including the multiplayer feature, which is part of Early Access Update #3.

Tropico 7 Story Trailer

Publisher Kalypso Media today unveils the Story Trailer for Tropico 7, offering a first glimpse at the campaign and El Presidente’s journey from a humble colonial governor serving the British Crown to the ruler of his own island. A modest career move, really – especially for someone who has always believed that “governor” sounds much better with a crown.

Players will build and shape Tropico, navigate rival political factions, issue edicts, and make decisions that influence the future of their island. From serving the Crown to pursuing their own ambitions, El Presidente’s rise to power offers plenty of opportunities to write history on his terms (as always!), with his own portrait on every wall, plastered across billboards and posters throughout the island, statues erected in his honor, and a conveniently edited version of history in the books.

But El Presidente’s ambitions do not go unnoticed. Among those standing in his way is Victoria Guerra, a determined revolutionary with her own ideas about Tropico’s future. And while her plans remain unclear for now, one thing is certain: El Presidente’s path to power will not be without opposition. Or criticism. Or suspiciously well-organised citizens gathering in the town square

Because on Tropico, every alliance has an expiration date – and every crisis is an opportunity. Especially if the crisis can be blamed on the previous administration, a foreign power or, in truly desperate times, the weather.

Tropico 7 will be available on January 28th, 2027 with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, and on PC (Steam, Epic Games), Xbox on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation®5. The Tropico 7 – Special Edition will be available for Nintendo Switch™ 2, featuring mouse controls for Joy-Con™ 2 controllers and GameChat functionality.

Tropico 7 Features:

  • Lead your nation to new heights: Tropico 7 tells El Presidente’s continuous success story across 5 campaign maps – starring himself, Penultimo and a new nemesis: Victoria Guerra.
  • More is more: Archipelagos, with the biggest islands ever in the series, await your rule, expanded with 10 extra scenarios, more than 20 sandbox maps, and endless possibilities with a random map generator.
  • Move mountains – literally: Erase them, create beaches, or even create entirely new islands! The new terraforming feature brings your megalomaniac dreams to life. Start that mammoth project – NOW!
  • Bollocks uhm… Politics: Navigate the snares and pits of internal politics, when you summon the different factions to your council, a new way to meet them face to face while you pulverize their dreams – or use them for a BIG DEAL to your own advantage.
  • Make the world your playground: Elections, election speeches and a vast portfolio of edicts depending on your political standing spice up your daily rule while you juggle foreign affairs and occasionally steal… uhm relocate a landmark to revel in its benefits.
  • Built to prosper: Strategically place buildings to make use of synergy effects, keep citizen satisfaction high, and fill any unused plots of land with beautiful parks in a freely customized size.
  • Generalissimo No. 1: Eliminate those pesky rebels and fend off foreign threats with a reworked military system enabling more direct control of your military units.
  • Always judge a book by its cover: Customize the appearance of your palace and El Presidente with new and creative options.

Wartales DLC: Contract: Fires in the Capital Available Now

Wartales, the medieval open-world tactical RPG with more than 1MM units sold from developer Shiro Games, strikes at the heart of the Empire with the launch of its Contract: Fires in the Capital DLC, now available on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S.

Chart a course for the glorious city of Isandrin, the heart of the Empire, now under the control of a new leader. General Maxime’s sweeping reforms have thrown the capital into unrest, and tensions between rival factions have reached a boiling point. Set to work restoring order as chaos spreads through Isandrin’s streets.

Track ruthless brigands, tear down propaganda posters, and gambol through districts as traveling bards to influence the population. Quell riots started by unruly citizens and calm residents to restore thriving trade. Every action the warband takes in Isandrin has rippling effects, changing the flow of commerce and the stability of districts.

When diplomacy fails, take to the streets in urban combat scenarios shaped by the surging havoc. Chase down fleeing criminals before they can escape and destabilize neighborhoods, escort vulnerable convoys of crucial goods through burning streets, and rescue civilians trapped by violence and destruction.

“Contract: Fires in the Capital is unlike any other setting we’ve explored in Wartales, which has always taken place on the frontiers of civilization,” said Quentin Lapeyre, Game Director at Shiro Games. “In this expansion, we’re throwing warbands into unfamiliar territory where society watches their every move and responds accordingly – sometimes in unexpected ways.”

Wartales – Contract: Fires in the Capital is available now on Xbox consoles and on PC via Steam and GOG, for $12.99 | £10.99 | €12.99. The DLC includes English, French, German, Spanish (Spain), Polish, Portuguese (Brazil), Russian, Simplified Chinese, and Korean-language support.

For new mercenaries looking to get a jumpstart on Wartales’ ever-expanding library, the new Wartales Starter Edition is now available on Xbox for $59.99 | €59.99 | £49.99, and includes the base game and two major DLC expansions: The Skelmar Invasion and Contract: The Tavern Opens!.

For more information about Wartales, please visit the official website and follow the game on X/Twitter, Facebook, or Discord.

Order of the Sinking Star From Jonathan Blow and Arc Games Out Now

Arc Games, a leading publisher of AA and indie titles for PC and consoles, and Thekla, Inc. are excited to launch Order of the Sinking Star, the massive, highly anticipated, enigmatic puzzle adventure led by award-winning game designer Jonathan Blow (The Witness, Braid). Order of the Sinking Star is available now on PC via Steam and Steam Deck, Nintendo Switch 2, and PlayStation 5 for $29.99!

To celebrate the launch, three special bundles are now available on Steam at a 10% discount. Players can pair the massive puzzle adventure with a deep cat-tactics roguelite by getting the Order of the Sinking Star + Mewgenics Bundle, or opt for the Order of the Sinking Star + Animal Well Bundle for those looking to jump into atmospheric, secret-filled worlds. Additionally, the Order of the Sinking Star + Original Soundtrack Bundle offers the full game alongside its original soundtrack, which is also sold separately.

After a decade, Jonathan Blow is finally back with a brand-new puzzle adventure that mixes uniquely distinct mechanics to create unexpected results and challenge how you think about puzzle games. Explore a realm of curious magic and ravenous monsters in this massive experience that seamlessly intertwines an epic, colliding tale with more than a thousand handcrafted challenges, hundreds of hours of gameplay, and a slew of surprises along the way.

To shepherd players through this enigmatic journey, Order of the Sinking Star features a fully voiced ensemble cast of fan-favorite talent. The massive puzzle adventure’s voice cast includes, Emily O’Brien (Death Stranding) as The Queen, Liam O’Brien (Critical Role) as The Warrior, Darin De Paul (Overwatch, Marvel’s Spider-Man) as The Wizard, Anjali Bhimani (Overwatch, Ms. Marvel) as The Bard, Erica Luttrell (Steven Universe) as The Sailor, Matthew Waterson (X-Men ’97) as The Druid, and a special appearance by award-winning game designer Jonathan Blow.

Take the helm of a motley crew of heroes and experience what happens when their worlds collide. Designed to respect players’ boundless curiosity, Order of the Sinking Star delivers a deeply satisfying, “just one more puzzle” gameplay loop — while its open-ended, interconnected world gives players total freedom to solve puzzles at their own pace.

As you venture into intercardinal regions where puzzle mechanics collide, you’ll piece together a deep mythos through exploration, cryptic notes, and professional voice-over narration from a talented cast of actors. Whether you’re a major puzzle fan or a newcomer, the game’s non-linear, open design ensures that hitting a challenging roadblock in one realm simply means you can pivot to another world and return whenever you are ready.

“Building this game, Order of the Sinking Star, has been an extraordinary collaborative effort lasting a decade, and it’s without a doubt the largest and greatest puzzle game I’ve ever worked on,” said Jonathan Blow, Founder of Thekla, Inc. and Game Director of Order of the Sinking Star. “From the puzzle designers who contributed to push the limits of what’s possible in a puzzle adventure to the brilliant voice-over cast and the fans who supported us along the way, we have all made a good contribution to the history of video games. I’m deeply grateful to everyone who helped shape this project over the years, and we’re thrilled to finally let everyone play it today!”