Author: Azario Lopez

HypeTrain Digital announced the Ice-Pick Lodge-developed narrative RPG Pathologic 3 is in development for a 2025 release on PC via Steam. The game aims to return to the roots of the series and expand on the original concepts through new gameplay mechanics that “expand the boundaries of the narrative approach.” Pathologic 3 continues the series’ signature approach of immersing players in a grim, disease-ridden town on the brink of collapse. This time, players assume the role of The Bachelor, a renowned doctor known for his battle against death, who is drawn to the town by the cryptic message of Isidor…

HypeTrain Digital annoucned they will publish the Studio Tubanar-developed action brawler Class Zero Seven on PC via Steam. A release date has not been provided, but the developer has included some information about the game along with new keyart. Class Zero Seven is a third-person brawler where players step into the shoes of Rin, a new transfer student with a mysterious past, who finds herself embroiled in the struggles of a nation dealing with substance abuse. Rin must navigate tense confrontations with Rivalry Gangs and the ominous group known as The Wicked Children, as she fights to topple their reign…

Amazon Games, in collaboration with NCSoft, is celebrating the successful global launch of Throne and Liberty, which took place on October 1, 2024. In just its first week, the massively MMORPG has surpassed an impressive milestone, with over 3 million registered players joining the world of Solisium. The engagement from players has been equally remarkable, with more than 24 million gameplay hours logged, and over 11 million hours of Throne and Liberty content watched on Twitch. Christoph Hartmann, VP at Amazon Games, expressed his excitement, saying, “Bringing Throne and Liberty to players around the world has been a huge shared…

The Fall 2024 anime season is packed with excitement on Crunchyroll this week. Fans can expect the premiere of Dragon Ball DAIMA and Shangri-La Frontier Season 2, alongside many other returning series. Here’s a breakdown of the schedule: Monday, October 7: Nina the Starry Bride @ 7:00 AM PT (Same Day Simuldub) Ron Kamonohashi’s Forbidden Deductions Season 2 @ 7:30 AM PT Yakuza Fiancé: Raise wa Tanin ga Ii @ 7:45 AM PT Natsume’s Book of Friends Season 7 @ 10:00 AM PT Seirei Gensouki: Spirit Chronicles Season 2 @ 10:30 AM PT After-school Hanako-kun @ 11:00 AM PT Love…

While I typically avoid the more popular fandoms, being the hipster that I am, it’s strange to admit how much I enjoy the Sword Art Online series. I know it has its moments, but I can always count on the action and emotion to turn up to 11 during an epic fight. Anyway, one stand-out release in the series that many will tell you to play is Sword Art Online Fatal Bullet; whether this was because the entry allowed you to create your own character or because Dimps developed it has always been up for debate. That is until now,…

The Arcade Crew announced that the Assoupi-developed platformer MainFrames will receive a free demo as part of Steam Next Fest, taking place October 14 through October 21, 2024. The game will launch on Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam in early 2025. A new trailer showcased the demo gameplay and what players can do. The main systems allow players to interact with the in-game program and create new pathways to progress. MainFrames takes players on a whimsical platforming adventure set entirely within the confines of a computer monitor. As Floppy, an inquisitive program, you’ll explore a digital landscape filled with…

Gaggle Studios has launched their newest co-op survival horror, 7 Minutes in Hell, on PC via Steam Early Access. Players can jump in now for $9.99 to play through the game and share feedback to improve the gameflow for the full launch. Following the release of Goose Goose Duck, the developer plans to continue balancing 7 Minutes in Hell throughout 2024. However, they do not have a specific time frame for launch. Still, that doesn’t mean they don’t have a roadmap. The team shared that players can expect new areas, characters, and enemies. 7 Minutes in Hell is a fast-paced multiplayer experience where players…

Calligram Studio has launched their mystery point-and-click adventure Phoenix Springs on PC via Steam for $19.99. The game features hand-drawn art and unique systems, making it one of the stand-out titles released this month. Further, we covered the opening hours in an early preview, where we found the World Bank puzzles unique for the genre. Also, the environments and character designs make it tough not to be drawn in. In Phoenix Springs, players step into the role of Iris Dormer, a reporter who reconnects with her estranged brother, leading her to a desert oasis known as Phoenix Springs. This enigmatic…

MY.GAMES has officially launched Castle Duels, a real-time PvP tower defense game that has already accumulated over 1 million installs worldwide since its beta release in July 2024. This mobile title offers a combination of strategic tower defense mechanics and real-time PvP combat. In Castle Duels, players face off in high-stakes matches where they must defend their castles while simultaneously launching attacks against their opponents. The game introduces a unique card-based system that allows players to summon a diverse array of units, including mages, minotaurs, ghosts, and succubi. With 30 different units to choose from — ranging from common to…

BLUE LOCK season 2 continues to impress us with the release of the opening video, which was shown first to attendees at Tokyo Game Show 2024. The opening animation and new stills for the second season, titled “BLUE LOCK vs. U-20 JAPAN,” were revealed, building up excitement for the intense showdown between the BLUE LOCK eleven and the U-20 Japanese National Team. The theme song is “Bojaku no Charisma,” by UNISON SQUARE GARDEN, and it showcases each character’s struggle, including a focus on the rivalry between Rin and Sae Itoshi. The new season promises a deeper dive into the characters’…

Spike Chunsoft announced they’ll publish a physical release of the Good-Feel-developed 3D action game Bakeru on Nintendo Switch. The game is currently available digitally on Switch and PC via Steam. The physical version is planned to be released on February 25, 2025, for Switch. That said, other platforms have not been confirmed. More information on the physical release will be revealed soon. In case you missed it, check out our review. Developed by Good-Feel, the team behind Kirby’s Epic Yarn and Princess Peach Showtime, Bakeru follows the titular protagonist traveling to 47 Japanese prefectures to free Japan from the oracle Saitaro and festival troopers…

During the 2024 Halo World Championship, fans were treated to an unexpected announcement that signals a new era for the franchise. 343 Industries, the studio responsible for Halo since Bungie’s departure, is rebranding as Halo Studios. Alongside the new name, the team revealed that all future Halo projects will be developed using Unreal Engine 5, with multiple new games already in the works. A New Chapter Unfolds Studio Head Pierre Hintze explained that this move marks the beginning of a third chapter for Halo. “If you really break Halo down, there have been two very distinct chapters. Chapter 1 –…

Bandai Namco is celebrating the launch of their online action RPG Sword Art Online: Fractured Daydream on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam. During the launch week, the publisher shared a special limited-time access code to redeem special costumes tied to the upcoming debut of SAO Alternative Gun Gale Online II Season II. From now until  December 27, 2024, 6:59 PST, players can snag a special costume and color for Llenn. To obtain the code: While in the HUB go to Store, you’ll need to enter a serial code then, Start on consoles. In this screen…

Nightdive Studios and Ziggurat Interactive announced the HD remaster of the 3DO boomer shooter Killing Time: Resurrected will launch on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam on October 17, 2024. While the game has gone down in history as the “bastard child of Doom and The 7th Guest,” this release allows new generations to live through the horror and laughter this title provides, a novelty for the Halloween season and a title that might be fun to pull out during this spooky time. Killing Time: Resurrected brings a remastered version of the cult-classic 1990s first-person…

Square Enix announced their 4v4 party shooter, which kind of looks like Splatoon but isn’t, Foamstars, has gone free-to-play after realizing the premium service model wasn’t working for this community. Players without a PSN subscription can also play the game free of charge. The new Foamstars update, titled Diamond Jam, introduces several exciting features and improvements. One of the major additions includes Diamond Chips, which players can earn while playing and later trade for items like skins, emotes, and slideboards through the Diamond Trade system. To kick off this season, there will be a special login bonus, giving players extra…

Reverting Castles have launched their Kickstarter campaign for their 2D action sidescroller Demon Crush. The development team is comprised of developers from Epic Games, Ubisoft, Volition, and WayForward, and they’re asking for $40,000 to fund their project. To show how serious they are about completing the development of this project, the team released a free demo. The demo features a special stage: Kenzo’s Fury. This one-level demo showcases the combat and platforming action they hope to deliver in the full game. It appears that due to an error, the demo is only available upon request from the developer or by…

Door 407 has launched their medieval fantasy RTS Diplomacy is Not an Option on PC via Steam, the Epic Games Store, GOG, and Humble. The game has been in Early Access for over two years now, and has been positively reviewed by the community who assisted with the development through feedback. Diplomacy is Not an Option places players in the role of a minor lord in a medieval fantasy world, where building, defending, and managing resources are essential to survival. With over 25,000 enemies swarming at your gates, you’re forced to fight off waves of opposition, using everything from archers…

Amazon Games has released a new trailer for New World: Aeternum, providing a preview of the upcoming MMORPG experience set to launch globally on October 15, 2024, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. Building upon the foundation of the original New World, released in September 2021, this expansion offers new content, features, and cross-platform gameplay. New World: Aeternum is an expansive open-world MMO that challenges players to survive and thrive on the mysterious island of Aeternum. Shipwrecked on this supernatural land, you’ll explore a world filled with ancient magic, deadly creatures, and untold riches. As an…

Team Snowcone has revealed their new project, Echoes of a Turnabout: Franziska von Karma, an Ace Attorney-inspired investigations game in development for PC. The team has not only revealed their project but also shared a free demo that introduces players to the characters and investigation systems. The demo is available to play now on itch.io as part of Doujin Fest 2024. The Echoes of a Turnabout: Franziska von Karma demo showcases the signature point-and-click investigation mechanics of the Ace Attorney series. Players will be tasked with examining the crime scene, presenting evidence, and utilizing Maya’s magatama to uncover hidden secrets and…

Jyamma Games has released a patch for the PlayStation 5 and PC version of Enotria: The Last Song leveling the game up to V.1.005. The publisher was kind enough to share the patch notes with us, so we’ll share those with you. Here are the patch notes: Changes: Tuned the Sickness status to improve the player’s experience. The “Sickness” status now deals less damage. That means that the main character and enemies can’t be fully immune to the status when applied. The percentage of health damage of “Sickness” has been reduced. Tuned the Radiant status to improve the player’s experience.…