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Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Roadmap Released

Polish your armor and sharpen your sword: Warhorse Studios and PLAION have released details of the post-launch roadmap for Kingdom Come: Deliverance II.

The game’s upcoming Feb. 4 launch signifies the start of an epic journey through medieval Bohemia, with a range of additional free and paid content set to arrive throughout 2025.

From Horse Racing and Hardcore Mode to mastering blacksmithing and exploring compelling new quests, there is plenty for players to look forward to as they continue their adventure with Henry.

Watch today’s brand-new trailer for Kingdom Come: Deliverance II on YouTube:

Seasonal highlights include:

  • Spring: Enjoy a selection of updates, free for everyone, introducing a Barbers feature to customise your look, a Hardcore Mode for those seeking a greater challenge, and Horse Racing, where you can hone your mounted skills and uncover hidden surprises.
  • Summer: Brushes with Death – Embark on a thrilling quest as Henry aids an enigmatic artist with a shadowy past. Journey across the lands of Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, facing perilous encounters and unravelling a web of dangerous schemes.
  • Autumn: Legacy of the Forge – Dive into Henry’s roots by exploring the legacy of Martin, his adoptive father. Work to restore a once-renowned forge and prove your skills in the art of blacksmithing as you uncover forgotten tales of the past.
  • Winter: Mysteria Ecclesia – Enter the Sedlec Monastery, where intrigue runs deep. Tasked with a covert mission, Henry must navigate the complex dynamics of the region, discovering hidden truths and navigating a maze of conflicting interests.

Galactic Civilizations IV Announces Tales of the Arnor DLC

Uncover mysteries from the darkest reaches of the galaxy in “Tales of the Arnor,” a new DLC for 4X grand strategy game Galactic Civilizations IV available on Feb. 27, 2025. This new content allows players to explore the history of the Arnor civilization, introducing new narrative and gameplay elements. In Galactic Civilizations IV, players build empires and engage in space battles, and “Tales of the Arnor” will add new content to create new opportunities for players to gain valuable knowledge and all new tech to gain galactic supremacy.

“Tales of the Arnor” features several key additions, including the campaign “Legacy of the Arnor,” which provides background lore on the development of various civilizations. Players will encounter new content, including anomalies, relics, and artifacts to discover, as well as late-game crisis events tied to the unfinished projects of the Arnor. The DLC also introduces a unique tech tree for the Cybernetic phenotype, featuring exclusive planetary improvements, ship components, and early-game events. Additionally, the Civilization Creator now lets players select their desired tech tree, allowing custom Civilizations to match preferred playstyle.

“With ‘Tales of the Arnor,’ we’re providing players with additional lore and gameplay options, allowing players to engage with the history of the Arnor while making choices that affect their civilizations,” said Brad Wardell, CEO of Stardock. “With new challenges and new experiences for our players, Galactic Civilizations IV continues to be one of the best 4X experiences available.”

For more information on Tales of the Arnor, check out the webpage here.

Rival Stars Horse Racing: VR Edition Pre-Order Trailer

Rival Stars Horse Racing: VR Edition, the debut VR entry in the world’s most successful horse racing and equestrian mobile game franchise from developer PikPok, opens pre-orders today ahead of its early Q2 2024 launch on Meta Quest Store and Steam VR.

Equine enthusiasts and fresh foals alike receive a 10% discount on the USD19.99 price, alongside immediate access to the game at launch.

Live the dream of caring for and raising a stable of majestic thoroughbred horses with this all-new entry in the beloved Rival Stars Horse Racing series. The franchise’s VR debut is built from the ground up to provide the most immersive experience available in the equestrian lifestyle (outside of owning a ranch!)

Embrace the full experience of stable life. Explore the leafy landscape around the ranch in Story Mode, uncovering new locations. Develop and breed a stable into a world-class facility for future raceway champions. Raise and care for foals by hand, bonding and training them into skillful competitors. Take on the jockey’s reins and compete in multiplayer racing with intuitive controls to prove the might of the stable’s finest steeds.

“We’re thrilled to be bringing our Rival Stars Horse Racing franchise to the exciting world of virtual reality, as we know that fans are eager to experience an unprecedented level of immersion, interactivity, and connection with their horses,” said Mario Wynands, CEO of PikPok. “Pre-orders are now available, and we look forward to releasing our very unique and highly requested virtual reality experience soon.”

Rival Stars Horse Racing: VR Edition will arrive on Meta Quest 2 & Meta Quest 3 and Steam VR in Q2 2025 with English, French, German, Spanish, Japanese, and Korean language support. For more information, visit the official website, wishlist on Steam, and pre-order on the Meta Quest Store today!

Yield! Fall of Rome Early Access Trailer

Shake off the dust of history, strap on your sandals, and get ready to storm the Roman Empire! Yield! Fall of Rome, the focused 4X strategy game that delivers fast-paced, impactful decisions, is charging into Early Access today! Developed by Billionworlds and published by Daedalic Entertainment, this vibrant take on the collapse of Rome puts you in command of one of eight distinct factions, each fighting to carve out their place in history.

Key Features

  • Dynamic Campaigns: React to shifting opportunities and rival ambitions in endlessly varied campaigns.
  • Focused Gameplay: No grinding, no fluff—just pure strategy and impactful decisions.
  • Multiplayer Mayhem: Forge alliances, betray rivals, or crush them asynchronously. The choice is yours.
  • Accessible Depth: Easy to pick up, hard to master. Designed for both casual players and hardcore strategists.

Have a look at the already extensive content for the game. There also will be frequent updates in content through the Early Access campaign.

Bushcraft Simulator Reveal Trailer

“Bushcraft Simulator, a new survival game with roguelike elements, is heading to PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch 2. The player will find himself in a wild forest, where he will have to demonstrate his bushcraft and survival skills. Bushcraft Simulator is expected to be distinguished by realism and varied and well-balanced gameplay. The simulator harks back to games like Green Hell and The Forest, but at the same time is expected to provide a number of its own solutions and mechanics. The release date will be revealed at a later date…”

https://youtu.be/GE5c7DJift0?si=J3_nNlXAsj_qITMS

 

MicroProse to Publish Liquidation

MicroProse, the legendary developer and publisher known for its mastery of simulation and strategy games, is thrilled to announce its partnership with Divio to publish Liquidation. This explosive real-time strategy (RTS) game thrusts players into the war-torn world of Veá, where advanced technology clashes with arcane power, creating a rich and dynamic battlefield for RTS fans to conquer

 

Starting January 20, 2025 players can sign up for the upcoming open playtest via Liquidation’s Steam page. This first-time event will offer players who sign up the opportunity to be among the first to command their forces and explore the game’s unique blend of genres, offering invaluable feedback that will help shape the final release.

A Rite from the Stars Remaster Edition Official Trailer

When the stars descend on Kaikala they choose a young boy to leave childhood behind and become a legend. It’s time for Kirm, a mute but skilled boy, to overcome the challenges that await in the wisdom, courage & spirit paths in this touching story with several endings! The adventure will take you to the improved island of Kaikala in this remake of a classic adventure, completely made from scratch with better controls, graphics and much more!

Artax Games is thrilled to announce that A Rite From the Stars: Remaster Edition will be launching on Steam (PC), Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series, PS4 and PS5 on January 30th, 2025.

Wishlist on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2832470/A_Rite_from_the_Stars_Remaster_Edition/
Wishlist on PlayStation Store: https://store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10010114
Wishlist on Nintendo eShop: https://www.nintendo.com/us/store/products/a-rite-from-the-stars-remaster-edition-switch/

Thermaltake Releases the Toughpower TF3 1300W PSU

Thermaltake, a leading PC DIY brand for premium hardware solutions, is proud to launch the Toughpower TF3 1300W – TT Premium Edition, the 80 PLUS Titanium certified and full modular PSU that is designed to power up high-performance and overclocking systems. The Toughpower TF3 1300W is built to comply with the ATX 3.1 specification and comes with PCIe Gen 5.1 connectors, it ensures superior reliability and future-ready compatibility for high-end hardware including the latest RTX50 series graphics cards.

The Toughpower TF3 1300W meets ATX 3.1 standards, supporting up to 200% total power excursion, 300% GPU power excursion, and reaches 60% efficiency at low load. Its two native PCIe 12V-2X6 modular interfaces are compatible with advanced PCIe 12+4pin connectors, providing up to 600W for the next-gen PCIe 5.1 graphics cards. To reduce installation errors, the 12+4pin cable comes with a dual-color design in matcha green and black, allowing users can easily verify proper connections.

With maximum graphics card compatibility, the Toughpower TF3 1300W supports various NVIDIA and AMD graphics cards. This power supply incorporates 8-pin PCIe cables for AMD & RTX series graphics cards, it also features two PCIe 12V-2X6 connectors for RTX 50 & 40 series cards which are compatible with PCIe Gen 5.1 connectors, tailored to different connection needs of graphics cards.

Designed for overclocking enthusiasts, the OCM switch on the Toughpower TF3 1300W allows users to effortlessly optimize system’s performance. By default, the power supply operates in Multi-Rail mode with Over Current Protection (OCP) to ensure maximum safety. After a simple press of the OCM switch, the Toughpower TF3 1300W can transit to the single 12V rail mode, unleashing it maximum capability. Additionally, the Toughpower TF3 1300W is equipped with a Thermaltake customized cooling fan, effectively prevent the system from overheating.

The Toughpower TF3 1300W is made with 100% high quality Japanese 105°C/221°F electrolytic capacitors, providing advantageous durability and reliability. It is built with the <30mV low ripple noise design, voltage regulation <±2%, and 17ms and up hold up time, ensuring its stability. This power supply is compatible with 80 PLUS Titanium certification, allowing lower power loss through its high efficiency of up to 94%.

For those seeking a PSU that can handle the demands of high-specification systems, the Toughpower TF3 1300W is an outstanding choice. Built to ATX 3.1 standards with PCIe 12V-2×6 support and 80 PLUS Titanium efficiency, it unlocks the full potential of your high-end components, making it a must-have for overclockers and performance enthusiasts.

For more information on Thermaltake Toughpower TF3 1300W, please visit:https://www.thermaltake.com/toughpower-tf3-1300w-tt-premium-edition.html

Captain America: Brave New World TV Spot

Today, Marvel Studios announced that tickets have gone on sale for the gripping, action-packed, political thriller “Captain America: Brave New World.” To celebrate the tickets on sale for the upcoming release on February 14, Marvel Studios has unveiled an exciting new TV spot.

Tickets are on sale now and available wherever tickets are sold.

In “Captain America: Brave New World,” Sam finds himself in the middle of an international incident after meeting with newly elected U.S. President Thaddeus Ross. He must discover the reason behind a nefarious global plot before the true mastermind has the entire world seeing red.

Marvel Studios’ “Captain America: Brave New World” stars Anthony Mackie, Danny Ramirez, Shira Haas, Carl Lumbly, Xosha Roquemore, with Giancarlo Esposito, Liv Tyler, Tim Blake Nelson, and Harrison Ford.

The film is directed by Julius Onah and produced by Kevin Feige and Nate Moore. Louis D’Esposito and Charles Newirth serve as executive producers. The screenplay is by Rob Edwards and Malcolm Spellman & Dalan Musso and Julius Onah & Peter Glanz, with story by Rob Edwards and Malcolm Spellman & Dalan Musson.

“Captain America: Brave New World” opens in U.S. theaters on February 14, 2025.

DYNASTY WARRIORS: ORIGINS Official Launch Trailer

Today, KOEI TECMO America and developer Omega Force announced that their exhilarating tactical action game, DYNASTY WARRIORS: ORIGINS, is now available on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S and Windows PC via Steam®. Boasting the most intense combat and largest armies in DYNASTY WARRIORS franchise history, the 1 vs. 1,000 musou thriller transports gamers to a tumultuous, war-torn Three Kingdoms.

DYNASTY WARRIORS: ORIGINS introduces a new, deeper interpretation of the traditional Three Kingdoms storyline, which depicts ancient Chinese history. From the “Yellow Turban Rebellion” to the climax of the “Battle of Chibi”, the story of DYNASTY WARRIORS: ORIGINS drops players into the heart of an ancient China in turmoil. Through the eyes of a nameless hero, players will have to fight fiercely while making bold choices in order to restore peace and shape history to their own experience, battling enormous enemy armies while navigating the chaos of the Three Kingdoms era.

DYNASTY WARRIORS: ORIGINS delivers an overwhelming sense of realism on every battlefield, with the largest number of soldiers in the series’ history, intermingled and fighting with their own individual wills. Enemy soldiers attacking in cooperation are extremely formidable, and you must not only fight with your own skills, but also charge forward with your allies to clear the way. Once you push up the battleline and are prepared to fight, you and your allies can charge into the massive armies of enemies, experiencing a sense of realism of the battlefield in an unprecedented scale where thousands of soldiers collide!

The protagonist of this title throws himself into the battlefield alongside the heroes of the Three Kingdoms, wiping out swarms of enemies using swords, fists, and various other weapons. Travelling across the world map as they embark on their epic journey, players can suppress rebellions or choose to rescue government forces during “Missions”, overcome “Skirmishes”, and visit various locations where they will be able to buy weapons. Throughout their quest, players will also encounter a variety of characters familiar to the DYNASTY WARRIORS franchise, such as Cao Cao and Liu Bei. Depending on the bond forged, these characters can become either travelling companions or enemies!

In 1 vs. 1,000 combat, players will have to master and alternate between swift and powerful attacks that can break an opponent’s guard. Repeated attacks will increase the protagonist’s “Bravery”, enabling them to use powerful and unique attacks called “Arts”. These “Arts” will be unique to each weapon, so it will be crucial for players to master the various arsenal at their disposal, allowing the protagonist to gain “Rank” and thus improving their skills.

Not only will players have to master the protagonist’s various attacks if they want to emerge victorious on the battlefield, but they will also have to strengthen their defense. By blocking enemy attacks at the right moment, they can unleash a powerful riposte, “Parry”, which creates a breach in the enemy’s defense. Some attacks cannot be blocked, so players will have to dodge them before counterattacking.

Said Tomohiko Sho, DYNASTY WARRIORS: ORIGINS producer and Head of Omega Force, KOEI TECMO GAMES: “This is the most intense, most exhilarating gameplay in DYNASTY WARRIORS franchise history. The sense of realism on the battlefield has never been greater!”

DYNASTY WARRIORS: ORIGINS is now available as a standard and Digital Deluxe Edition on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S and Windows PC via Steam®. The Digital Deluxe Edition includes the base game, digital artbook and soundtrack, and useful in-game items.

Everyone who purchase a physical or digital edition before Jan. 30, 2025 will receive the Soundtrack collection as a bonus, which includes tracks from the early titles of the series.