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Dark Point Games Reveals Achilles Roadmap and More for 2025

Dark Point Games has revealed an ambitious roadmap for the continued support of Achilles: Legends Untold, featuring four major updates slated for release throughout the coming year. Alongside these updates, the studio confirmed that Achilles: Survivor will launch in Early Access in Q1 2025. Adding to the excitement, Achilles: Legends Untold is also set to debut on Nintendo Switch during the same period.

Achilles: Survivor drew a lot of attention during its demo at October’s Steam Next Fest and the team has received feedback that has helped shape the game’s future. The team invites everyone to keep an eye on updates through their Steam announcements as the journey to Early Access continues.

“We decided to move the early access release of Achilles: Survivor to Q1 2025, following the feedback we received during the demo at Steam Next Fest. The strong interest from players has motivated us to continue refining the game,” says Paweł Waszak, CEO of Dark Point Games.
Fans of the studio’s first game, Achilles: Legends Untold, will know that Dark Point Games doesn’t shy away from keeping their projects alive and evolving.

Since its launch in November 2023, Legends Untold has received five updates:
  • 1.1 – new modes and promotional packages;
  • 1.2 – “Amulet Update,” showcased at PAX East;
  • 1.3 – Sinister Caves and new challenges;
  • 1.4 – four new co-op maps and combat mechanics improvements;
  • 1.5 – “Fates of Moira,” offering unique endgame challenges.
  • 1.6 – Update landing this December, bringing new content, the momentum doesn’t stop there.

Next year, four more updates will introduce new content and expand the world of Achilles.

“It’s been a year since the release of Achilles: Legends Untold, and the support and activity from our community has inspired us to continue developing the project. Thanks to their involvement, we’ve decided to continue expanding the game throughout 2025,” says Paweł Waszak, CEO of Dark Point Games.

Meanwhile, Dark Point Games is also diving into a new project, currently codenamed “Brightness.” While the details remain under wraps, the team is fully focused on its development and looks forward to sharing more about it in the future.

astragon Entertainment Now Handling Several Team 17 Games Physical Distribution

astragon Entertainment and Team17 Digital, today announce a global distribution partnership for the physical distribution of selected Team17 Digital products.

The collaboration began last year with the distribution of a collector’s edition of the highly anticipated Blasphemous 2 and continued this year with the physical release of the survival horror game CONSCRIPT in a deluxe edition. The physical editions are designed to offer not only the best possible gaming experience with all available content, but also real haptic added value.

Two further releases are planned for December 2024 as part of the partnership. Firstly, the Worms Armageddon Anniversary Collector’s Edition, which revives the cult title from 1999 – including the ‘Holy Hand Grenade’ as a badge among others. The release will be on December 12th, followed by the US on December 17th at a price point of $49.99 / £44,99 / 49,99€ (SRP). Secondly, a Complete Collector’s Edition of the popular lovecraftian fishing hit DREDGE including all DLC content. The release date is set for December 17th at a price point of $99.99 / £89,99 / 99,99€ (SRP).

“We are thrilled to strengthen our collaboration with Team17 Digital within the group. By leveraging our extensive expertise in physical distribution and Team17 Digital’s diverse and exciting portfolio, we are forging a robust distribution partnership. This collaboration enables us to reach new target audiences for the Team17 portfolio while delivering high-quality collector’s editions that fans will cherish, says Julia Pfiffer, CEO at astragon Entertainment.

“Our collaboration with astragon has been wonderful and we are really impressed with their approach to physical distribution. This team up between astragon and Team17 Digital will strengthen our upcoming line-up, whilst using our partnership to widen the audience of Team17’s portfolio and offer existing and new fans the best quality editions for their collections, covering a variety of genres and all platforms”, says Ann Hurley, General Manager at Team17 Digital.

astragon Entertainment is a publisher and developer of well-known simulation brands such as Construction Simulator, Police Simulator: Patrol Officers, Bus Simulator and Firefighting Simulator. The company also distributes physical versions of various games from partners around the world.

Team17 Digital is a developer and video game label for global partners with a focus on high-quality indie games. The product portfolio comprises over 120 titles, including well-known brands such as Worms, The Escapists and Golf With Your Friends, as well as partner franchises such as Blasphemous and Overcooked!

They Came from the Sky 2 Out Now

Today Ratalaika Games and FobTi Interactive, a small ‘one-man’ independent game development studio based in Slovakia, are pleased to announce the up and coming title ‘They Came from the Sky 2’, will be released on 20th September for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Microsoft Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S and Nintendo Switch. Best described as a fast paced arcade 2D action arcade retro experience, with humour, challenges and one or two surprises, with pixel graphics to enjoy!

Help!

Terror from space plunges the world into panic! Yes, again! Your mission: Save the Earth from mankind and make a delicious juicy Human Smoothie! Inspired by the legendary game from Amiga: Walker, an ionic classic and old good Defender. Aliens can no longer watch the earth being destroyed by the human race. It’s time to act!

Trained To Destroy!

You are an alien. It’s the game wherein you take the role of one of the giant Alien robots with one and only one Mission: Save the Earth from mankind and make a delicious juicy Human Smoothie!

Pow! Bang! Thud… KERBOOM!!!!!

Put simply, here we have a game, crammed with action, explosive power, guns and special abilities for fun to unlock in the Tech-Lab. From homing missiles to Black holes or an amazing DNA modifier. There are more than 20 brutal enemy types like: Grandpa, Skateboard Kid, or disabled person on Wheelchair. You can Shoot, Trample or Abduct them. Like in Pokemon, gotta catch em all! Importantly – Shoot, Trample or Abduct them all! Try not to die.

Unlock new areas like Chinatown, Amusement park, etc. although you’ll need to beat the boss first and plenty more to uncover.

Frostpunk 2 2025 Roadmap Unveiled

Citizens, your administration is proud to announce that the vigilant Scouts of New London have successfully charted a plan for their bold, ongoing expedition into the frozen unknown. Thanks to their tireless efforts and sacrifices, 11 bit studios is now able to share a roadmap outlining the exciting future of Frostpunk 2.

The Frostpunk 2 team at 11 bit studios is immensely grateful for the invaluable feedback provided by players since the game’s launch in September. Your suggestions, ideas, and bug reports have played a pivotal role in shaping our journey thus far and continue to guide our plans for what lies ahead.

As highlighted in the roadmap, the frostland expedition is far from over, with a wealth of updates and content planned for 2025. Here’s a glimpse at some key milestones:
  • Console Launch: A highly anticipated event, bringing New London to console players worldwide. We can’t wait to expand the city’s reach to new platforms.
  • DLCs: While the specifics remain shrouded in secrecy, each upcoming DLC—currently operating under codenames—will introduce entirely new dimensions to the unforgiving world of Frostpunk 2.
  • Free Major Content Updates: In addition to the DLCs, we are committed to delivering significant free updates inspired by player feedback. These updates will enhance and evolve your experience in meaningful ways.

Hunt: Showdown 1896 Post Malone Murder Circus Teaser Trailer

9x diamond-certified and gaming enthusiast Post Malone is set to make his mark on the extraction shooter genre with the arrival of the biggest ‘Hunt: Showdown 1896’ event to date – Post Malone’s Murder Circus! Bringing a unique blend of musical artistry and supernatural horror to the Bayou, Gulch and beyond, Post Malone takes on the role of the outcast Ringmaster turned deposed King – the lord of the circus and the human oddities who made up its twisted crew.

Post Malone comments about his passion for ‘Hunt: Showdown 1896’:

“You’re either hundred percent in or you’re done. I could either rock this dude and send him off, or I’m totally naked…. Every game I’m shaking, like this is awesome. Whenever you pull it off, I feel like I’m the best player in the entire world.”

Post Malone’s Murder Circus invites players into a nightmarish world where a once-traveling carnival has been transformed by a mysterious artifact known as the HelioStone. Post Malone, who plays the role of the vengeance driven Deposed King, the former Ringmaster, brings his unique creative vision to the game’s gritty historical landscapes marred by Corruption.

Driven out by the HelioStone’s power, Post shadowed the Circus across the continent vowing to destroy HelioStone. Every time it manifests, he does his best to tear it down to the ground. Sometimes he recruits others – bounty hunters, desperadoes, and suchlike – to do it. Sometimes he takes on the task himself. But always the HelioStone eludes him, and so the chase continues.

Post Malone’s Murder Circus also features a new Monster – orphaned bear cubs, turned unnatural beast, Ursa Mortis. With deformed bodies and minds, twisted into savage hunger by the HelioStone, the monstrous bear that stalks the Circus grounds and will charge at Hunters and attack with a lethal roar.

The collaboration introduces a series of themed hunter skins, weapon variants, enemies and more. Players are invited to experience a surreal carnival-inspired aesthetic that combines the game’s gritty historical setting and extraction shooter mechanics with the artist’s signature style.

Scott Lussier, Game Director for Hunt: Showdown 1896 comments on the collaboration:

“We’re thrilled to have had the opportunity to collaborate with such a passionate and high-profile Hunt fan such as Post Malone. Hunt: Showdown 1896 has always been about creating immersive, high-stakes gameplay. And with Post Malone’s Murder Circus, we’re bringing a new level of intensity and dark entertainment to the Hunt universe”.

CRKD Introduces NEO S Purple Wave Edition Controller

CRKD™, the premium collectible gaming brand behind the award-winning Nitro Deck™, Nitro Deck+™ and NEO S™ collectible controllers, announced today the NEO S Purple Wave Edition, a licensed, special edition NEO S controller, designed for use with Fortnite Festival and other rhythm-based games.

Compatible with PC and Nintendo® Switch™, with Xbox compatibility coming shortly, the NEO S Purple Wave Edition is available for purchase today and is expected to begin shipping globally between November 29 through December 6, 2024.

The NEO S Purple Wave Edition transforms your Fortnite Festival experience thanks to the unique Festival Attachment (included), replicating the frets on a guitar, providing a new level of fun, helping you rock out like never before and in style!

Designed and manufactured in-house by CRKD, the NEO S Purple Wave Edition continues the proud legacy of dedicated rhythm-based controllers, with the new hardware designed and engineered by team members behind the iconic hardware for Guitar Hero™ and DJ Hero™.

Effortlessly attaching to the NEO S, the Festival Attachment has been designed ergonomically to fit in the palm of your hand. Featuring five action buttons which replicate the frets on a guitar, fans of rhythm music games such as Guitar Hero or Rock Band™ will feel right at home with the NEO S Purple Wave Edition, giving greater immersion and delivering a new dimension in music-based entertainment.

The NEO S Purple Wave Edition isn’t just limited to guitar either, fans of Fortnite Festival can use the controller to play Keytar, Drum, Mic and Bass song parts. For music lovers wanting more, the NEO S Purple Wave Edition continues to shine when used with other community-based rhythm games.

Outside of the Festival Attachment, the team at CRKD haven’t skimped on the features or design of the NEO S either. With Fortnite Festival inspired artwork, the NEO S is certain to turn heads, and thanks to its wireless, compact footprint, it easily travels with you wherever you go.

With Hall-Effect Thumbsticks, ‘Stick Drift’ is a thing of the past and the ‘No Deadzone Mode’, integrated Motion Controls and Adjustable Trigger Sensitivity mean that the NEO S is a highly adept controller for all your games. Remappable Back Buttons provide extra controls when you need them the most, and Adjustable Vibration and Swappable Stick Tops provide a wealth of customizable options. Thanks to Bluetooth® technology, the NEO S can even be used with Smart TV’s, mobile devices and tablets, delivering a mighty controller for all your gaming!

Like all CRKD hardware, the NEO S Purple Wave Edition is fully compatible with the CRKD ‘True Collection System’ a free mobile App for iOS™ and Android® which will register the product number and rarity ranking of your hardware into your personal secure collection, adding to your bragging rights and giving instant oversight to all your CRKD gaming gear. CRKD products with Bluetooth capabilities also connect to CRKD CTRL feature within the App which allows users the ability to customize the adjustable features of their controller.

Commenting on the NEO S Purple Wave Edition, Stephen Withers, Product Manager for CRKD said, “It’s been nearly 20 years since key members of our team first began creating controllers for rhythm games, and we’ve never lost our passion for the genre. It’s a thrill to bring our knowledge and passion back to this space, and the NEO S Purple Wave Edition is our first step in bringing the band back together. The NEO S Purple Wave Edition has been designed as the ultimate all-in-one controller, and the Festival Attachment adds a new dimension of fun for gamers. We believe the NEO S Purple Wave Edition offers the easiest, most inclusive way to play Fortnite Festival, and we can’t wait to see gamers getting their groove on when it ships just in time for the holidays.”

The NEO S Purple Wave Edition is available to purchase today at https://go.crkd.gg/fnfestival and is expected to start shipping between November 29 and December 6, 2024, retailing for $59.99 / €69.99 / £59.99.

For more information, and to order your NEO S Purple Wave Edition, please visit: https://crkd.gg/.

SEGA Announces 2024 Black Friday Promotions

The Holiday Season has arrived, and for a limited time, SEGA will be offering substantial Black Friday discounts for their diverse slate of titles, ranging from acclaimed JRPGs to family-friendly fare, strategy games, and platformers featuring everyone’s favorite blue hedgehog. The Sega Black Friday Sales offer big savings on titles for the Xbox, Nintendo Switch and PlayStation platforms on their respective digital storefronts along with discounts on select physical products. SEGA titles will also be discounted on Steam as part of the upcoming Steam Autumn sale. Fans can wishlist SEGA titles on Steam now to be notified of pending promotions.

Headlining SEGA’s Black Friday doorbuster promotions are some of the most acclaimed titles of the year, including Metaphor: ReFantazio, SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS, Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth™, Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble™, Persona 3 Reload™, Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance™, and Unicorn Overlord™. Dozens of previously released SEGA titles, season passes, and content packs will also have sales prices up to 75% off of titles from legendary franchises including Persona™, Sonic the Hedgehog™, Demon Slayer, Like a Dragon™/Yakuza™, Judgment™ and more. For Metaphor: ReFantazio and SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS, these sales represent the first official discounts for those two titles.

SEGA’s Black Friday Sales include the following marquee 2024 titles:

Metaphor: ReFantazio

SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS

Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth

Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble

Unicorn Overlord

Persona 3 Reload

Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance

Please also visit www.sega.com/deals for up to the minute offers that are currently live for SEGA titles.

Total War: WARHAMMER III – Omens of Destruction Announce Trailer

SEGA® Europe Limited and The Creative Assembly Limited have announced Omens of Destruction DLC for Total War: WARHAMMER III, which will launch on 12th December. The new pack marks 100 Legendary Lords across the expansive WARHAMMER series and welcomes new content for the armies of Khorne, Ogre Kingdoms and Orcs & Goblins including Legendary Lords, battle units, campaign features, and free content for all owners of the game.

SKULLTAKER, THE HERO SLAYER (KHORNE)

Khorne’s immortal champion and the greatest of all Bloodletters, Skulltaker is ever seeking worthy skulls for his master. Scanning the battlefield for the enemy’s greatest champion, he bellows his challenge before moving in to end yet another storied life.

Campaign Feature:

  • Cloak of Skulls: Skulltaker must seek-out and defeat powerful enemy lords across the heroic pantheon of the Warhammer World. With each skull added to his cloak, powerful new abilities and traits can be earned and upgraded.

Battle Playstyle:

  • A force of daemonic destruction, Skulltaker excels at hunting down and duelling enemy lords before cleaving through ranks of troops with his two-handed Slayer Sword. His Cloak of Skulls passive ability grants increasing spell resistance and ward saves the more he kills.

New Units:

  • New units from the Blood God’s domain enter the fray, including two legendary heroes; Skarr Bloodwrath and Skyla Anfingrimm, followed by a host of acolytes including the Bloodspeaker, Slaughterbrute, Bloodbeasts, Wrathmongers, Skullreapers, and Khorngors.

GORBAD IRONCLAW, THE BRUTAL UNIFIER (ORCS & GOBLINS)

One of the most infamous of all Orc Warbosses, Gorbad Ironclaw knows but one language and that is war. Unique amongst his race due to his rare mix of brain and brawn, he has become an inspiration amongst his kind for “invasions done propa”.

Campaign Feature:

  • Da’ Plan: A tenacious tactician (for an Orc), Gorbad must experiment with unique battle strategies for his armies to employ, granting a deadly of exotic battle bonuses and army compositions that can overcome any challengers.

Battle Playstyle:

  • Riding into battle atop his fierce Warboar, Gnarla, Gorbad penetrates the enemy lines with devastating charges before engaging in close combat with his mighty axe, Morglor ‘the Mangler’. His ‘Da Great Leader’ ability which activates when troops are in his vicinity, granting increased melee attack and defence.

New Units:

  • New units joining Gorbad’s Waaagh! include the legendary hero Snagla Grobspit accompanied by warriors such as the Savage Orc Great Shaman, Night Goblin Big Boss, Black Orc (Axe & Shield), Mangler Squiqs, Colossal Squig, Arachnarok (Flinger), and Bolt Throwa.

GOLGFAG MANEATER, THE MERCENARY (OGRE KINGDOMS)

One of the most successful Ogre mercenaries of all time, Golgfag Maneater forged a reputation for the Ogres as fearsome killers for hire long before they became a relatively common sight in the mercenary armies around the world.

Campaign Feature:

  • Mercenary Contracts: Ever keen to lace his pocket with gold, Golgfag helps clients throughout the Warhammer World settle their warring disputes by taking on all wars they’re involved in and conducting hostile actions against their enemies for handsome reward.

Battle Playstyle:

  • An anti-infantry blender, Golgfag tears through hordes of infantry with the aid of barbaric weaponry. His globe-trotting nature also gives him access to a variety of exotic abilities such as Dead Eye which allows him to take a powerful shot from his pistol causing huge damage.

New Units:

  • New units joining Golgfag’s mercenary brigade include the Legendary Hero Bragg the Gutsman as well as the Ogre Paymaster, Bruiser, Golgfag’s Maneaters, Pigback Riders, Blood Vultures, Yhetees and Thundertusks.

FREE CONTENT:

Coming free as part of Patch 6.0 will be Total War: WARHAMMER’s 100th Legendary Lord, Arbaal the Undefeated, the champion of Khorne who has seen thousands fall beneath the crimson arc of his axe. Alongside this, a faction update will arrive for the Ogre Kingdoms, Khorne and Orcs & Goblins.

World of Tanks Blitz Reveals deadmau5 Holiday Celebration

Wargaming and World of Tanks Blitz, the cross-platform, free-to-play, action tank game, are partnering with deadmau5 for a groundbreaking holiday dance party. Known for his iconic music and unique style, deadmau5 is not only one of the most influential electronic music artists, but also a passionate gamer, making this a perfect match. The collaboration kicks off today with the release of an exclusive video featuring a new deadmau5 high-energy track “Familiars” (also available on DSPs November 29), created to supercharge the holiday experience.

In the trailer, deadmau5 escapes from his on-set reality, transforming into his iconic mau5headpersona to take command of his controller tank. He embarks on a vibrant journey through the city, turning a dull urban landscape into a pulsating, colorful holiday metropolis.

“World of Tanks Blitz has always been wild, rebellious and fearless,” said Thaine Lyman, General Manager at MS-1 Studio, Wargaming. “This holiday, we’re shaking things up and giving our players a fresh twist on the season’s festivities. deadmau5 brings his electrifying style and injects a whole new vibe into World of Tanks Blitz.”

Starting December 2nd, tankers can join the Blitz x deadmau5 celebration with the pre-party, leading into the main “deadmau5 in the House” event running through December 26. Players can expect a fusion of music and gameplay as well as exclusive content and prizes throughout. Get ready for some epic drops, including:

  • mau5tank: a custom deadmau5 controller tank loaded with music making gear, speakers, lights, and laser effects

  • set of unique camos, one of which – Blink camo – was inspired by deadmau5’s infamous Nyanborghini Purracan

  • 3 exclusive masks featuring deamau5’ mau5head silhouette with special designs

  • 2 new deadmau5-themed quests

In addition to the above content, there will be numerous other collectibles for players to gather throughout the event.

New Arc Line Early Access Launch Trailer

Fulqrum Publishing and Ukrainian developers Dreamate are delighted to announce that their highly-anticipated, story-rich RPG is out now and available to purchase in Early Access via Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG. And hurry, as Fulqrum Publishing is celebrating the game’s launch with a special 15% discount for the first week of release!

This Early Access launch features about a quarter of the main story and around a third of the full game’s overall content, giving players access to three of the planned six total companions in the final game. New mechanics and features, companions, classes, areas, and quests will come in content updates throughout the Early Access period, with the full release currently planned for late 2025. The developers will take feedback directly from fans via the Steam News Hub and Discord server.

Set in a world teetering on the precipice of change, New Arc Line is a story-rich RPG that invites players to explore the abundant yet troubled realm where magic and technology collide.

The New World awaits, and with it, the last beacon of hope for a potential cure for a global plague that threatens your loved ones as well. But all is not as it seems – tensions simmer beneath the gilded surface of New Arc. Arcane magic clashes with steampunk ingenuity, the wealthy exploit the impoverished, and prejudice festers between humans and other races. As a stranger in this volatile land, you are thrust into the heart of the conflict. Your choices will not only shape your own fate but also the future of this fractured world.

Will you side with the established powers or champion the downtrodden? Will you embrace the arcane arts or harness the power of technology? In this RPG, every choice carries weight, leading to many branching storylines and impactful consequences.

New Arc Line is out now, and available in Early Access for $19.99/€19.99 on PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and GoG – сurrently available at 15% off!