Global game developer MoreFun Studios, a subsidiary of Tencent Games, announced today that Arena Breakout’s Season 3 ‘Enter The Vault’ update is now available on Android and iOS mobile devices. Choose a faction to receive faction assault rifles, outfit yourself with new weapons, and watch your six as you squeeze past the new TV Station map’s tight corners. Engage in close-quarters combat to eliminate new bosses Kurt, Rolf and Bernard, then breach the vault before the other team gets there first. Be the first to claim highly sought-after classified intel to ensure your faction maintains its edge in Kamona’s never-ending war.
Load up and get ready – in the TV Station, stealth isn’t always an option. Use new firearms like the fierce Groza, the FAMAS assault rifle, the AUG and the Suomi submachine gun to clear corners, but beware of Kurt, Rolf and Bernard. The ruthless boss commanders will stop at nothing to prevent teams from breaching the elevator that leads to the vault.
Adventure awaits with today’s reveal of the new Indiana Jones game during the Xbox Developer_Direct. Bethesda Softworks and MachineGames, in partnership with Lucasfilm Games, have officially revealed Indiana Jones and the Great Circle™, a first-person, cinematic action-adventure game set between the events of Raiders of the Lost Ark™ and The Last Crusade™. Players will step into the shoes of Indiana Jones™ and embark on a single-player, narrative-driven journey that spans the globe during the height of the legendary archaeologist’s career. Discover the answers to one of history’s greatest mysteries in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle™ later this year on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Game Pass.
Executive produced by Hall of Fame game designer Todd Howard; Indiana Jones and the Great Circle™ takes players to 1937 as sinister forces are searching for an ancient power. Taking on the role of Indiana Jones, players must master Indy’s whip and quick wits to unravel this menacing conspiracy in an epic, globetrotting adventure.
Indy’s trademark whip remains at the heart of his gear, and can be used to distract, disarm, attack enemies, and traverse the environment. Throughout the game, players will encounter a mix between a narrative-driven gaming experience and open-area maps. With gameplay full of adventure, immersive action, and intriguing puzzles, players can combine stealthy infiltration, first-person melee, and gunplay to sneak, fight, and puzzle their way through the enemy threat.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle™ comes to Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Game Pass later this year. Stay tuned for more details at https://indianajones.bethesda.net/.
With less than one week to go before the launch of TEKKEN 8, get a glimpse of the next chapter in the legendary fighting game in the official launch trailer from Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc.
“The Dark Awakens” as the fiery Mishima-Kazama family feud now threatens to engulf the world in flames. Players will battle for personal glory – and the fate of humanity – in TEKKEN 8. The long-awaited sequel is bringing the franchise to new-gen with a thrilling new storyline and all the fighting game action players have come to expect in TEKKEN, with heart-pounding battles featuring all-new gameplay modes, completely remodeled characters, destructible environments, and a new “Aggressive” battle system that keeps the pace of combat at a high level.
With the first Steam Next Fest of 2024 rapidly approaching, Earl vs. the Mutants is revving up for its grisly playable debut. That’s right! On January 18, developer Falling State Inc. will be launching a demo for their new action roguelite. Steering the popular genre in a bold, blood-spattered direction, Earl vs. the Mutants swaps dusty dungeon-crawling for a rampaging road trip through infested wastelands.
Players can trade in those swords and spells for one of the many unique vehicles they’ll commandeer through a post-apocalyptic world overrun by menacing mutant hordes. With a more destructive, confrontational style of gameplay, players can plow their post-apocalyptic death machines through encroaching enemies for maximum carnage.
Designed for short bursts of heart-pounding, high-octane action, each run will help enhance the next as players continue to unlock a gnarly arsenal of modifications for their vehicles, allowing them to channel their inner Road Warrior as they tear through the wasteland, hunting down powerful mutant bosses, and experimenting with badass custom builds.
“We’ve been longtime fans of action-roguelites, and lately we’ve gotten into the growing trend of ‘survivorlikes’,” said Colter Haycock, CEO and co-founder of Falling State Inc.. “With Earl vs. the Mutants, we wanted to shake things up by introducing high-speed player movement and encouraging the player to ram into enemies instead of constantly dodging. We think we’ve found the perfect balance, staying true to what we think makes these games fun, and at the same time, putting our own spin on things.”
You can stay up to date with Earl vs. the Mutants by following its development on X and YouTube, as well as the official websites for the game and its developers, Falling State Inc.
The best-selling beaver citybuilder Timberborn receives its fifth major content update, introducing new ecological hazards to challenge even the most experienced players! Badwater addresses common feedback and reworks all maps to use new mechanics, while adding over 25 new buildings to the game.
“Adding Badwater deepens gameplay and answers recurring requests for more in-game seasons. With two different fluids competing for space, players must be far more creative with water physics and irrigation to avoid contamination,” added Mechanistry Communications Manager Michal Amielanczyk. Timberborn Update 5–Badwater is available in Early Access on PC and Mac via Steam, GOG, and Epic Game Store.
Badwater is polluted fluid waste leftover from human civilization that taints regular water sources, contaminates beavers, and kills crops. In addition to Badwater Sources that burst with waste during wet seasons, a new in-game season called Badtide enters the rotation of Droughts and Wet Seasons.
Update 5 comes with new faction-specific tools and buildings for tackling Badwater contamination–from contamination barriers to decontamination pods. The new hydroengineering tools compliment existing dams, floodgates, and pumps. With Badwater processed into the beneficial Extract, the beavers create new types of dynamite used in terraforming, supercharge their bots, and even mass produce new beavers.
Turkish Developer Core Engage and veteran games publisher of 18 years, Daedalic Entertainment, are thrilled to announce the Steam Early Access launch of the highly anticipated survival city-builder, New Cycle, on 18th January, 2024 at 10am PT / 7pm CET.
Brace yourselves for an exhilarating journey through a post apocalyptic world where the fate of civilisation rides on your ability to rebuild, rediscover and adapt as you evolve your settlement from a humble camp into a vibrant dieselpunk metropolis all with convyor belt-systems and trains.
New Cycle introduces a distinct blend of city-building, survival-mechanics, and resource management, creating an immersive gaming experience that challenges players to not only construct but also nurture their towns. With a keen focus on population well-being and morale, players must navigate the complexities of this new world to show that a life beyond mere survival is possible.
Publisher Kalypso Media and development studio The Dust S.A. have released a third developer diary, detailing the dark and intricate lore behind the world of the upcoming dark fantasy adventure game, The Inquisitor.
The video, entitled “The Worlds of the Inquisitor”, follows Game Designer Damian Pawlak, Writer Przemek Wróbel, and Head of Production Kuba Karolewski as they discuss the role of the Unworld, the Church, and the city of Koenigstein within the game.
The Inquisitor is a dark fantasy adventure game set in an alternate-history version of the 1500s in which Jesus did not die for our sins, but instead broke free from the cross and killed the non-believers. Players will take on the role of Mordimer Madderdin, an inquisitor in the service to the Church of Christ Vengeful.
The game will launch with a Digital Deluxe edition, including a high-quality Digital Compendium, detailing some of the many intricacies hidden within the game’s lore, Mordimer’s Grandmaster’s Attire, and the Original Soundtrack.
The Inquisitor launches February 8 on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, with a special 10% launch discount PS Plus members who purchase the Standard and Deluxe Editions between February 8 and February 15.
Embark on a haunting journey through Derceto Manor with Emily Hartwood and Detective Edward Carnby. In this forsaken mansion, where every creaking floorboard echoes with the whispers of a malevolent past, something ominous lurks in the dimly lit corridors…
Which of the elusive residents can you trust? Who speaks the truth, and who conceals their true intentions behind a mask?
Prepare for a descent into darkness, where every echo may reveal a fragment of the malevolent past lurking within the haunted corridors of Derceto. Prepare to unfold the secrets of Alone in the Dark on March 20th, 2024, when the game is available for PC, Xbox, and PlayStation
Tiny Digital Factory, creators of GT Manager mobile, a racing management gamewhich acclaimed thousands of 4.5-star reviews and 3 million downloads, have announced they are releasing an official PC version on Steam later this year. GT Manager ’24 will offer players a deeper simulation experience, expanding the gameplay to captivate PC players to the racetrack.
In GT Manager ‘24, players build their racing dream team, recruiting and managing them throughout the game. Players also scout for sponsors to fuel upgrades and take their vehicle performance to the next level. On race day, the pit lane transforms into a dance of nuanced precision, where players must meld strategy and passion as the fate of the racing team relies solely on their skill. Split-second decisions become routine as players work to outsmart their rivals, thus rewriting the outcome of the race.
Key Features of GT Manager ‘24 include:
Deep managerial system, adapted for PC gamers and longer play sessions, with a large staff to recruit, manage and develop
30+ officially licensed racing cars from the WEC, IMSA and GT World Challenge Europe championships and top brands, including Porsche, Aston Martin, BMW, Audi, Mercedes AMG and many more
20+ official drivers and teams
Sophisticated racing simulation experience with features such as on-track accidents, tire management, and dynamic weather conditions
Race management is crucial to securing victory, including pit stop strategies, tire degradation management, and adapting to changing weather conditions on the fly
Two formats of championship races: Sprint races with 7 laps and Endurance races with 14 laps
Endurance races involve two drivers per car, necessitating a mandatory driver swap during the race and careful fuel management
Sponsored side racing events sprinkled throughout the championship provide additional cash rewards, contributing to team budget and adding excitement to the gameplay
Players progress through five racing Leagues, including the official GT4, GT3, GT2, GTE and Hypercar racing categories
Each season is composed of 10 championship races. Win races to score enough race points to move up to the next league
Unlock Steam achievements through career mode to obtain additional race cars
Throughout the game, players must manage all aspects of race and team management. From recruiting and signing drivers, to hiring staff, managing budget and attracting sponsors, players are in complete control. Additionally, players can research various engine setups and test them in different weather conditions in Practice Sessions to determine which will work best on race day.
Behold the spectacular fantasy feature films from prolific genius Jim Henson when the pop culture masterpieces LABYRINTH and THE DARK CRYSTAL are set to unleash globally on Digital on February 6, 2024 by Shout! Studios in collaboration with The Jim Henson Company. Movie enthusiasts and collectors will relish the definitive digital releases of LABYRINTH (starring David Bowie and Jennifer Connelly) and THE DARK CRYSTAL (starring Jim Henson, Kathryn Mullen, and Frank Oz), available for purchase and/or rent across major digital entertainment platforms around the world. Each movie boasts new digital key art and trailer. Whether reliving childhood memories or discovering these two ground-breaking movies for the first time, prepare to be spellbound as you embark on these mesmerizing cinematic journeys that will ignite your imagination like never before.
Moreover, LABYRINTH and THE DARK CRYSTAL will be available together in a digital bundle on select platforms for the first time, allowing loyal fans and movie collectors to own and enjoy both iconic movies.
Jim Henson masterfully created completely original fantastical worlds that transcend imagination – brimming with magic and mystery, complete with a host of iconic characters. Whether it is the world of Thra, or the Goblin King’s Labyrinth, these unforgettable realms reflect Henson’s unparalleled talent to bring the magical, the whimsical, the bizarre, and the extraordinary to life.
LABYRINTH
Produced by The Jim Henson Company and Lucasfilm Ltd. with creatures brought to life by Jim Henson’s Creature Shop, LABYRINTH was directed by Jim Henson, who worked closely with acclaimed artist and Conceptual Designer Brian Froud, and Executive Producer George Lucas to create a mesmerizing fantasy movie adventure.
LABYRINTH, starring David Bowie and Jennifer Connelly, was originally released in 1986. The film is an unforgettable fantasy adventure that follows Sarah Williams (Connelly) as she makes her way through the labyrinth of the Goblin King Jareth (Bowie) in search of her little brother Toby. A mainstay of the fantasy genre with its spectacular visual effects and ground-breaking animatronics, LABYRINTH is of special interest to David Bowie fans worldwide as the film contains original songs written and recorded by Bowie especially for the film.
THE DARK CRYSTAL
From the brilliant imagination of Jim Henson, this puppetry work of genius recounts the timeless tales of good versus evil, becoming a cult favorite around the world. Directed by Jim Henson and Frank Oz, the film features innovative animatronics and uniquely memorable characters created by Jim Henson’s Creature Shop™. Since its initial release in 1982, the film has earned a place in cinematic history as a masterpiece of fantasy and continues to reign as one of the must-see classics of its genre.
Travel back in time to the faraway planet of Thra where evil Skeksis are in control and the Gelfling Jen, the last of his kind, is sent on a quest by the peaceful Mystics to find the missing shard that will restore balance and heal the world.
