It took me a bit of time to wrap my head around a few of the mechanics, but once I got going with it, Kingdoms and Castles was a smooth, enjoyable experience.
Dear Readers, You have been chosen to embark on an investigation to uncover the unusual cases that have gone cold in an enclosed city. Outsiders are prohibited, but...
A Unique Blend of Military Experience and Mystical Exploration
Today marks the official release of "GunGuru," a groundbreaking
video game developed by a real-world US Marine Veteran and
machine-gunner, bringing a fresh perspective to the gaming world.
Drawing from intense personal experiences in the military, the developer
has crafted a game that balances the thrill of combat with the serenity
of exploration, set in the mystical and ever-changing jungles of
GunGuru.
A Journey Through GunGuru's Magical Jungles
"GunGuru" invites players to navigate a procedurally generated jungle,
rich with magic, mystery, and hidden secrets. The game promises an
engaging experience where relaxation meets adrenaline-pumping action,
keeping players engaged with dynamic gunplay that demands both strategy
and reflexes.
Channeling Real Experiences into Virtual Challenges
The developer’s military background not only inspires the game’s combat
mechanics but also enriches the game’s narrative and environmental
design. "Creating 'GunGuru' was a therapeutic process for me, allowing
me to transform my experiences into something positive and engaging for
others," said the game’s creator. "I aimed to craft a game that
resonates with veterans and civilians alike, offering an escape into a
world where every decision and bullet counts."
Future Updates and Community Engagement
The launch of "GunGuru" is only the beginning. Players can look forward
to a series of updates, including additional missions, enhanced
character creation, and deeper story elements. The development team is
committed to building a vibrant community, encouraging open
communication and feedback to shape the future of the game.
Supporting Veterans Beyond the Battlefield
In a move to give back to those who have served, a portion of
"GunGuru’s" proceeds will be donated to veteran organizations. This
initiative underscores the developer’s dedication to supporting fellow
veterans in transitioning from service to civilian life.
Availability
"GunGuru" is now available on Steam. Players are invited to embark on
this unique adventure and uncover the secrets hidden beneath the
mystical jungles. For updates, support, or to join the "GunGuru"
community, visit : https://store.steampowered.com/app/1305890/GunGuru/
About the Developer
As a US Marine Veteran, the developer of "GunGuru" brings a unique
perspective to game development, blending real-world experiences with a
passion for gaming. With a commitment to creating immersive, engaging
experiences, the developer aims to connect with players through stories,
challenges, and adventures that resonate and inspire.
On a mission to destroy the sinister CULT who ruined her life, THE GIRL
can only fire a single bullet per level. But this solitary projectile
can be re-aimed on impact, curved around obstacles, smashed through
armor and obstacles and used to perform other acts of gravity defying
ballistic trickery.
One shot is all you need.
Children of the Sun combines sniping, stealth and puzzle solving as THE
GIRL takes on the nefarious forces of THE CULT and hunts for her
nemesis, the mysterious LEADER.
As you take down THE CULT one well-placed bullet at a time, you’ll learn
more about the group’s shadowy past, the heinous crimes committed in
the name of THE LEADER and the harrowing backstory of THE GIRL.
Children of the Sun is also lethally replayable, with a leaderboard and
scoring system that encourages players to complete each level with
ruthless timing and terrifying precision. THE CULT won’t know what hit
them.
Prepare for an epic brawl with iconic vampire hunter Simon
Belmont, Cosplay as Alucard and build your own Castlevania-style domain
Skövde, Sweden - April 10th 2024 - Swedish game developer Stunlock Studios with Konami Digital Entertainment (KONAMI) have today released the first gameplay trailer for V Rising — Legacy of Castlevania. This crossover collaboration is set to release on May 8th alongside V Rising’s much-anticipated full release on Steam; with the PS5 version launching later this year. The trailer was also part of the Triple-i Initiative showcase, a digital event founded by Dead Cells developer, Evil Empire.
Wielding his legendary whip and an infamous arsenal of holy weaponry, infamous vampire hunter Simon Belmont is infiltrating V Rising
to challenge all of Vampire kind. As the trailer shows, facing him
won’t be easy, with his righteous crusade through Vardoran posing a
threat to all that stalk the night. If you are somehow able to defeat
him, the secrets of his iconic weapon will be yours, offering new combat
abilities that embody the grace and precision of a deadly Vampire!
Watch the trailer and get your first bloody taste of the battle to come!
As well as the free content coming to the game via the Legacy of Castlevania DLC, vampire enthusiasts will be able to purchase the Legacy of Castlevania Premium Pack cosmetic DLC for 19,99 EUR/USD, allowing players to construct their own castles inspired by Castlevania’s
classic gothic aesthetic. The pack also contains further additions and
customizations, allowing you to traverse the open world with the Soul of
the Wolf, don Alucard’s elegant outfit, embody the prodigal Maria
Renard to move unnoticed among the realms of man, or spring through the
air as the mischievous Flea Man! There are also two classic Castlevania themes to unlock in your castle: “Simon’s Theme” and “Bloody Tears”, reimagined by V Rising composer Aleksandria Migova.
Read into all the juicy details in the “Legacy of Castlevania” blog post:
More on V Rising:
Survive as a newly awakened vampire in a world ruled by humans and rise
to become the next Dracula. Feed on blood to gain new powers, hide from
the scorching sun, and engage in real-time PvE and PvP combat set in a
dark fantasy realm. Raise your castle and invite friends to join as you
explore a vast open world, pillage villages, skirmish with bandits, and
delve into the lairs of supernatural beasts. Attack other players’
castles or become a diplomat in a game of blood, power, and betrayal.
About Stunlock Studios
Stunlock Studios is one of the leading independent Swedish game developers in Skövde, known for vampire survival game V Rising and arena brawler Battlerite. Out now in Early Access, V Rising’s gothic world has already attracted more than 4 million vampiric initiates and Battlerite
was one of the most popular free-to-play games on Steam with over 6
million unique players entering the arena. With a passion for
multiplayer action games, the studio crafts groundbreaking and
community-driven games, always with their players in mind.
At Indie Game Award 2024, the captivating city-builder Against the Storm
claimed the coveted "Best Design" honor. This roguelite colony
simulation, crafted by the Polish development team Eremite Games in
collaboration with publisher Hooded Horse, seamlessly blends dark
fantasy elements with addictive city-building gameplay. Since its
release, the game has not only maintained an overwhelmingly positive
reception on the STEAM but has also garnered playful remarks from
numerous fans, who jokingly suggest enabling the in-game "playtime
warning" feature is a must – a heartwarming reminder that hints at the
developers' confidence: Against the Storm is a game that will undoubtedly keep gamers hooked once they start playing!"
Dream Chasers ! Mobile Game Devs Boldly Pursue Indie Ambitions with Against the Storm
During Taipei Game Show 2024, the publisher Hooded Horse made a special
appearance to represent the developers in receiving the award. They also
shared the fascinating backstory of the team, praising Eremite Games
not only for their unwavering commitment to quality during development
but also for their dedication to addressing gamer feedback and
diligently improving pain points, even proactively investigating
negative reviews. Hooded Horse commended them as an exemplary team
offering exceptional "after-sales service."
Interestingly, Eremite Games was formed by a group of seasoned mobile
game developers who maintained close connections while pursuing their
respective careers in the industry. Despite their accomplishments, they
harbored a smoldering aspiration to develop an engaging PC game.
Determinedly turning their dream into action, in November 2019, team
member Michał penned the first line of code for Against the Storm,
officially marking Eremite Games' transition into full-time inde game
developer. The initial planning phase alone spanned nearly three years,
but their meticulous efforts paid off, successfully delivered a game
that the developers themselves yearned to play.
Intricate Design Fuels Long-Term Against the Storm Allure
As developers who are also avid players themselves, the Eremite Games
team understands that while city-building games are undoubtedly engaging
initially, gamers often find themselves drifting away after the first
2-3 hours, mirroring a relationship exiting the honeymoon phase when
challenges diminish and growth stagnates. Consequently, during
development, they relentlessly pursued a diverse array of gameplay
elements, seamlessly blending roguelike features into the experience.
Their goal was to sustain an enthralling, honeymoon-esque allure that
would captivate players’ long-term interest.
Despite the plethora of existing city-building titles on the market,
Eremite Games sought inspiration from their personal encounters with
Blizzard Entertainment games and classic hand-drawn Disney animations
during their formative years. This inspired them to forge a distinctive
dark fantasy art style, replete with vibrant colors, intricately
sculpted species, and imaginative objects. To maintain a harmonious
balance amidst the complexity, the team strived for the "perfect fusion
of familiarity and novelty." Whenever designing a new species, members
would first identify a core concept from various proposals and then
expand upon the artistic vision, gradually shaping the foundational
outlines encompassing culture, specialties, attire, and architecture.
They meticulously ensured each element resonated with the overarching
world, ultimately crafting the vast and visually captivating realm of Against the Storm.
"The team is truly elated by this experience!" Eremite Games emphasized
that the competition featured numerous exceptional contenders, making
their triumph with "Against the Storm" – a project that began
as a modest side endeavor – all the more remarkable in the face of such
fierce rivalry. To see their humble beginnings blossom into a mature,
widely beloved masterpiece, even clinching the prestigious "Best Game
Design" award, feels utterly surreal.
Looking ahead, the team reveals that during the game's early access
period, they maintained a cadence of releasing new content updates every
two weeks. However, following the 1.0 release, they plan to moderate
the pace slightly, though assuring that Against the Storm will
not be abandoned. On the contrary, Eremite Games is actively considering
supplementing the continuous free updates with their first paid DLC
offering. Tantalizingly, they hint, "This could potentially include
brandnew playable species, so players should stay tuned!"
Fans
can preorder now, with Gold and Ultimate Edition purchasers enjoying the
first-ever open world Star Wars game up to three days early
SAN FRANCISCO –April 9, 2024 – Today, Ubisoft, in collaboration with Lucasfilm Games, announced that
Star Wars Outlaws, the first open-world Star Wars game,
will launch on August 30 on Xbox Series X|S consoles, PlayStation 5,
Amazon Luna and PC through Ubisoft Connect. Fans who subscribe to
Ubisoft+ or purchase the Gold Edition or Ultimate Edition
of the game can enjoy up to three days early access*, and those who
preorder
before August 30 will receive the "Kessel Runner Bonus Pack" which
includes cosmetics for Kay’s speeder and for her ship, the
Trailblazer.
Ubisoft
revealed more details about cunning scoundrel Kay Vess and her
companion Nix’s search for an opportunity of
a lifetime. During this era, the Empire’s rule is distracted by the
rebellion that won’t quit, leading to a golden age for the underworld.
As a skilled thief, Kay’s
antics catch the attention
of Sliro, the leader of a new, foreboding
criminal syndicate Zerek Besh. After Sliro places a bounty on Kay’s
head, Kay and Nix are offered their one shot at freedom - pull off one
of the greatest heists of all time. Kay and Nix will
need to navigate the underworld across the galaxy, building their
reputation with legendary criminal organizations including the Pyke
Syndicate, the Hutt Cartel, the Ashiga Clan** and Crimson Dawn to earn
the support they need to finish the job.
“In
search of true freedom, the resourceful Kay and Nix will journey
through the underworld and across
the Outer Rim, taking on jobs from syndicates, facing off against
intimidating foes, avoiding oppressive Imperial rule and recruiting a
skilled outlaw crew in order to pull off one of the greatest heists the
galaxy has ever seen,”
shared Julian Gerighty, Creative Director.
"Star
Wars Outlaws invites fans to experience a side of the galaxy that has a
treasure trove yet to be explored, the
exploits of the scoundrels taking advantage of the golden age of the
underworld. We’ve been inspired by Massive Entertainment’s dedication to
bringing this aspect of Star Wars to life, including both iconic and
new things for fans to explore in an open world,"
said Douglas Reilly, vice president, Lucasfilm Games.
Kay
and Nix will travel across the galaxy to gain the right resources and
crew for the ultimate heist. In their journey,
they’ll travel across distinct locations, both iconic and new: Canto
Bight, Kijimi, Tatooine, Akiva, and the windswept savannah of Toshara**.
Along the way, Kay will explore bustling cities and cantinas, race
across sprawling outdoor landscapes on her speeder,
and pilot her ship the Trailblazer through the wilds of space. When things go awry, the
Trailblazer will also help them chase, evade and attack to gain the upper hand in thrilling dogfights with the Empire and other foes.
Star Wars
Outlaws will be available
through the Ubisoft Store and at retail at a suggested price of $69.99
for the base game. By subscribing to Ubisoft+ or purchasing the Gold or
Ultimate Edition, players can also access the game up to three days
early*.
Standard Edition:
Base game
Gold Edition:
Base game
Season
Pass (Includes 2 DLCs, the "Jabba's Gambit" exclusive mission at launch
and the "Kessel Runner Character Pack" cosmetic pack)
Up to 3 days early access*
Ultimate Edition:
Base game
Season
Pass (Includes 2 DLCs, the "Jabba's Gambit" exclusive mission at launch
and the "Kessel Runner Character Pack" cosmetic pack)
Sabacc Shark Bundle: includes cosmetics for Kay, her blaster, Nix, Kay’s Speeder and the "Trailblazer" spaceship
Rogue Infiltrator Bundle: includes cosmetics for Kay, Nix, Kay’s speeder and the "Trailblazer"
Digital art book: A selection of the game's concept art and visuals, including unique cinematic storyboards
Up to 3 days early access*
For more information about
Star Wars Outlaws, please visit: starwarsoutlaws.com.
To preorder the game on the Ubisoft Store, please visit store.ubisoft.com.
For the latest news on
Star Wars Outlaws and all of Ubisoft’s games, please visit: news.ubisoft.com
*Play the game up to 3 days before the official launch date. Internet connection and Ubisoft account required to redeem
the digital content. Please check system requirements and product details/restrictions before purchase and upon game release.
**Created by Massive Entertainment in collaboration with Lucasfilm Games.
About Star Wars Outlaws
With
development led by Massive Entertainment*, Star Wars Outlaws will
invite players to experience the Star Wars galaxy
like never before through an original story set between Star Wars: The
Empire Strikes Back™ and Star Wars: Return of the Jedi™. As the Galactic
Empire relentlessly pursues the final defeat of the Rebel Alliance, the
criminal underworld thrives. Fans will play
as cunning scoundrel, Kay Vess and her loyal companion Nix, as they
attempt one of the greatest heists the Outer Rim has ever seen. Seeking
the means to start a new life, players will join Kay and Nix as they
fight, steal, and outwit their way through the
galaxy’s crime syndicates and join the galaxy’s most wanted.
Kay
and Nix can turn any situation to their advantage: use stealth and
gadgets to gain the
upper hand, use Nix to distract and draw away enemies, or engage in
blaster combat in tense situations throughout their journey. In order to
pull off the ultimate heist, Kay and Nix will search for and join
forces with a cast of outlaws, including battle-hardened
droid ND-5. While stealing valuable goods, infiltrating secret
locations, and outwitting enemies, they will need to carefully consider
how their choices affect their status with each syndicate, as each move
will influence Kay’s ever-changing reputation.
*Development partners include Ubisoft Annecy, Bucharest, Chengdu, Milan, Montpellier, Paris, Redlynx, Shanghai, Stockholm,
Toronto.
About Ubisoft
Ubisoft
is a creator of worlds, committed to enriching players’ lives with
original and memorable entertainment experiences.
Ubisoft’s global teams create and develop a deep and diverse portfolio
of games, featuring brands such as Assassin’s Creed®, Brawlhalla®, For
Honor®, Far Cry®, Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon®, Just Dance®, Rabbids®, Tom
Clancy’s Rainbow Six®, The Crew® and Tom Clancy’s
The Division®. Through Ubisoft Connect, players can enjoy an ecosystem
of services to enhance their gaming experience, get rewards and connect
with friends across platforms. With Ubisoft+, the subscription service,
they can access a growing catalog of more
than 100 Ubisoft games and DLC. For the 2022–23 fiscal year, Ubisoft
generated net bookings of €1,739 million. To learn more, please visit:
www.ubisoftgroup.com.
Explore the unexplored with automated mobile space stations, mega structures, and a fleet of spaceships.
Boulder, CO, April 9th, 2024 - The final frontier is open for business as Final Factorylaunches
into Steam Early Access today! Intergalactic manufacturing and mega
factories reign supreme as players explore the vastness of space while
building moveable space stations and defending their builds from hostile
alien forces in bullet-hell style combat.
Final Factory
blends factory building and spaceship design with exploring the vast
reaches of space. From beautiful star nebulas to the terrifying depths
of black holes where light itself can not escape, take your battleships
and massive fleets to combat hostile alien life. Unlock secrets of an
ancient civilization and receive materials that can take your factory to
the next level.
Show hostile alien forces what humans are capable of
with a unique blend of RTS, factory management and classic bullet-hell
gameplay to combat scenarios. Unlock and upgrade new abilities through a
sprawling tech tree to protect your creations from incoming enemies.
Reap the rewards from every encounter to bring back to base to improve
productivity and continue the path of conquering the unknown.
Final Factory is
available now on Steam Early Access for $29.99. For a limited time,
players who are eager to be the first to explore the stars can enjoy a
20% launch discount of $23.99. Players can chat with other cosmic
factory explorers by joining the official Discord.
Features:
Automate Everything: Set up
automation to make all aspects of your stations run like clockwork.
Design space stations and connect them through careful logistical
planning. Automate the production of a massive fleet of ships that will
grant you special abilities and help you defend your base against the
local aliens.
Design Sprawling Space Ships:
Every station in Final Factory can move! Slap a rocket onto anything to
make it go faster. Design huge battleships that can house their own
fleets for battle. Or design and program cargo haulers to carry items to
different parts of your factory.
Build Massive Scale Mega Structures:
Create mega structures like Dyson Spheres and Dark Star Gates to
supercharge your factory and delve deeper into the unexplored reaches of
space. Scale your structure across an infinite map.
Command Your Fleet: The local
aliens aren't happy about your presence in the system. Command a great
fleet to defend your factory and expand. Gain access to new abilities
depending on your fleet composition and take on your enemies in
bullet-hell style combat. Or play the game on pacifist mode for a
relaxed experience!
About Never Games:
Never Games is an indie development studio based in
Boulder, Colorado. The studio aims to create emergent games with
community-driven gameplay that allows player creations and builds to
dictate how a game unfolds. Never Games began developing its debut title
Final Factory in 2018 and plans to release in spring 2024. For more
information, please visit: https://www.nevergames.com/#
Miju Games is Delighted to Announce the Official Release of The Planet Crafter, a Captivating Space Adventure where Creation and Exploration Meet Survival
(Paris, France) – April 10, 2024 – Miju Games, an independent French video game development studio, is over the moon to announce the official release of The Planet Crafter on PC! This game, available in early access since March 2022, offers a first-person crafting experience in a 3D open world, combining survival and exploration gameplay mechanics. The full version of the game is now available and boasts a new multiplayer mode hosting up to 10 players, several new biomes and the introduction of different animal species.
The Planet Crafter introduces a complex and innovative game system where players' actions directly influence the transformation of the world they are living in. By developing technological equipment and optimizing the space and resources at their disposal, players can observe the results of their interventions and gradually see the terraforming index increase, thus unlocking new possibilities and challenges. As they progress, they unveil the mysteries of the planet and bring life to this arid land, transforming it into a living, lush oasis, offering a rewarding experience for players.
The game features a complete and diverse immersion experience with over 30 biomes to discover,a storyline with several narrative arcs, various difficulty levels and an all-new multiplayer co-op mode
for collaborating together around a common goal. Players can enjoy this
epic space adventure in solo mode, or share their exploration with the
community.
In The Planet Crafter, players embark on an interstellar adventure where they must terraform a hostile planet to make it inhabitable. By producing oxygen, gathering resources and building their base, they have at their disposal all the elements they need to survive and create a new biosphere while living through the hostile conditions of the environment. The game offers a complex experience where players' actions have a direct influence on the evolution of the world, unlocking new challenges and mysteries as they progress.
With over 30 biomes to discover,
a planet-wide riddle to solve, the highly expected addition of fauna
and a co-operative multiplayer mode, The Planet Crafter is set to deliver immersive gameplay and rewarding progression for players, whether they choose to play solo or with friends.
"We're
thrilled to finally be able to reveal version 1.0 to our community.
This is by far the most content-packed update we've ever made for The
Planet Crafter, and we hope players will enjoy it! Rest assured, though:
we're not turning our backs on The Planet Crafter, many more updates
are planned for the coming weeks and months," say the game's developers.
Game Features
Survive, Collect and Craft: Gather minerals
and resources to survive. Craft all the tools you'll need to fulfil your
mission. Explore crashed ships sites and ancient ruins to salvage at
will a planet full of mystery.
Build your own base: Set up a base from scratch and add complex machinery to achieve your goals.
Terraform the entire planet: Surviving is
not enough; you'll have to make the planet habitable for humans. Once
your base and machines in order, heat the planet up, create an
atmosphere with enough oxygen and eventually geo-engineer the entire
planet!
The Planet Crafter is available on PC for $23.99 USD. From April 10 to 24, players will enjoy a 30% discount on the purchase of the game to celebrate its launch. The Planet Crafter is partnering with Lightyear Frontier - released on March 19, 2024 - to offer an additional 10% discount on the combined purchase of the two games via the "Outer Space Homestead Bundle" offer.
To keep up with the latest news about the game, follow The Planet Crafter on X (Twitter), YouTube and the dedicated Discord server.
About Miju Games Founded in 2019, MIJU GAMES is an independent studio based in the
south of France. The team currently consists of six people - programmers
and artists - working entirely remotely. In 2020, the studio developed
and published Abracadabrew, a co-op memory game, before embarking in
2021 on The Planet Crafter, a space crafting, exploration and survival
game whose early access launched in March 2022 is enjoying real success
through various updates. For more information, visit https://mijugames.com/
2D Open World Adventure RPG SCRIBE tagged as PROJECT WE LOVE
After several hard years of Indie development, Scribe has launched a
campaign on Kickstarter. We’re eager to share our ideas, our passion,
and the fruits of our labor with our fans and supporters. This campaign
is not just about funding our project, it’s about building a community
around Scribe, a community that shares our vision and our excitement.
We are honored that Kickstarter has recognized Scribe as
a standout project, distinguished by its quality, and has chosen to
recommend it. For us, being labeled as a ‘Project We Love’ goes beyond
mere endorsement. It serves as an affirmation of our chosen path and the
high-quality experience we strive to provide to players.
About Scribe
Scribe is a unique fusion of retro platformer and side-scrolling
action games, masterfully combined with the nostalgic charm of
point-and-click adventures. This blend is further enhanced with the
incorporation of modern RPG mechanics, creating a gaming experience that
is both familiar and innovative. Despite its slow pace, Scribe offers
an action-packed adventure and exploration RPG game, meticulously
crafted by a dedicated two-person team.
The game seamlessly integrates platformer and action gameplay
elements with the immersive narrative depth of point-and-click
adventures. This combination places a strong emphasis on exploration,
inviting players to delve into the richly detailed game world.
Scribe boasts a variety of engaging mechanics, including branched
dialogues, quests, combat, crafting, stealth, archery, and magic. These
elements are all presented in stunning handmade pixel art graphics,
adding to the game’s visual appeal. The game’s mechanics are designed to
provide a comprehensive and immersive gaming experience, ensuring that
there’s always something new and exciting for players to discover.
Players step into the shoes of a rebellious Scribe, embarking on a
quest to uncover the true history of the Continent. In this world,
studying or preserving pieces of true history is a crime punishable by
death, adding a layer of danger and intrigue to the player’s journey.
The player’s path is accompanied by non-repetitive original art at every
turn, further encouraging exploration and interaction with the game
world.
Scribe is more than just a game, it’s a journey through a beautifully
crafted world, filled with mystery, adventure, and a rich, engaging
storyline. It invites players to explore, discover, and ultimately,
write their own story.
About Rawmeat
Meet the creative duo of indie game development,
the Podprocky brothers, Mikulas and Tomas. Their journey began in the
year 2020, marking the inception of a team that would soon make waves in
the gaming industry.
Mikulas, a veteran in the field, brings to the table a wealth of
experience from his time in AAA game development. His portfolio boasts
of illustrious titles such as Mafia 2 and Top Spin 4, and he held the
esteemed position of Art Director for the critically acclaimed Kingdom
Come: Deliverance. At Rawmeat, Mikulas is the creative compass, guiding
the artistic vision of their projects.
Tomas, on the other hand, is the technical powerhouse of the team.
With a robust technical background, he adeptly handles all the technical
aspects of Scribe’s development, ensuring that the game not only looks
good but also runs smoothly.
“We believe in the power of collective effort and we are
confident that with your support, we can make Scribe a reality. So join
us, be a part of our story, and let’s make something amazing together.
Thank you for your support and belief in Scribe. Let’s make this dream a
reality!”
Oh.. my... god! This was a pleasant surprise. Is like Flashback and
some old rpg had a baby. Woah, really promising game. The trailer was
awesome. Best project on Kickstarter right now? Probably. Jaime Thorin This game looks amazing. I backed it immediately.JonathanI love the way this game looks and truly support the project. Jeremy Blum
160,000 wishlists later, the roguelite city builder’s original prototype hands in its badge and rides off into the sunset
April 5, 2024 – Hooded Horse and Feryaz Beer today bid farewell to a true hero – the original prototype for roguelite city-building game Super Fantasy Kingdom.
It is being retired as the developer shifts focus towards main game
development, including a new and improved demo that will debut later
this year.
Thrown together as a proof of concept in less than a
month, the original demo debuted alongside Super Fantasy Kingdom itself
during TactiCon 2023, earning over 85,000 wishlists in the first three months alone.
Throughout 2023, the prototype was updated over 100 times with new
experimental mechanics such as a faith skill tree, new characters,
reworked performance, and more. Super Fantasy Kingdom has earned over
160,000 wishlists to date, all thanks to the prototype that could.
The game is now officially in pre-alpha, with regular playtests and
updates that take it in exciting new directions – slowly, the original
demo is becoming less representative of the final vision. Players can
stay up to date on the game’s development via the official Discord and Twitter accounts.
Super Fantasy Kingdom will be coming to early access on PC via Steam Early Access in 2024.
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About Hooded Horse™
Hooded Horse is a publisher of deep strategic and tactical games with
people and partners worldwide. Starting in 2019 with a single title,
Hooded Horse’s portfolio has grown to 29 games and counting. Our goal is
to empower and support developers in doing what they love so that they
can create world-class experiences for their audiences. From the distant
past of Manor Lords and the haunted woods of Against the Storm, to the
depths of space in Terra Invicta and Falling Frontier.
About Feryaz Beer
Feryaz Beer is a solo developer from Hanover, Germany. His debut
title is roguelite city builder Super Fantasy Kingdom, which is coming
to Steam Early Access. He credits his dog, Mio, as co-developer – with
Mio also starring in the game.
Two-month content update Destiny 2: Into the Light also launches today
Yesterday, during The Final Shape Developer Gameplay Preview, Bungie revealed the latest information on the development of
The Final Shape and hinted at what's coming next for Destiny 2.
On June 4, Guardians will finally enter The Pale Heart of the Traveler
to chase after the Witness, wielding new powers to take on the ultimate
enemy. The Developer Gameplay
Preview also showed off the Prismatic Subclass—which combines the
powers of the Light and Darkness—as well as the first-ever Exotic class
items in
Destiny 2 and the Dread, the Witness’s new enemy faction.
Alongside the three new Light Supers previously announced, Guardians
will wield the Light and Darkness together for the first time to unleash
the Prismatic subclass. This subclass introduces new options to enhance
and customize each playstyle with the combination
of multiple element types. Also, each class will get a unique grenade
that combines multiple subclass elements: Warlocks will have
Stasis/Void, Titans will have Strand/Arc, and Hunters will have
Solar/Stasis.
Players will be able to equip an Exotic class item, meaning Hunter’s
cloaks, Titan’s marks, and Warlock’s bonds will have Exotic-level perks
for the first time. These perks will be randomized, taking two features
from existing Exotic class items (even some
belonging to other classes) to enhance the Guardian’s ability to
customize their gameplay.
The Witness is in full force in The Final Shape, introducing
the Dread faction, a fierce group of combatants with new abilities to
shake up the fight. In addition to the Tormentor introduced in
Lightfall and the previously revealed Subjugators, the Witness will unleash the new Grim, Husk, Attendant, and Weaver units:
Grim: A highly mobile flying enemy that slows and suppresses a Guardian’s abilities if they get too close.
Husk: An acrobatic melee bruiser that sends a deployable geist enemy toward you unless you hit their weak spot with a final blow.
Attendant and Weaver:
By wielding Stasis and Strand, respectively, these units can instantly
change the flow of the encounter and force Guardians to pay attention to
their positioning on the battlefield.
Destiny 2: Into the Light
is now available to all players at no additional cost. This new
two-month content update issues in a rollout of exciting content,
including the new wave-defense Onslaught activity; iconic fan-favorite
weapons with standard and limited-edition variants; the
new Hall of Champions social space; reprised The Whisper and Zero Hour
Exotic missions; a new raid boss gauntlet called Pantheon; fresh
rewards; and more.
AboutDestiny 2
Destiny 2 is one of the world’s most popular first-person
shooter video games and action MMOs. Developed and published by Bungie —
the iconic studio behind the
Halo franchise and classic titles Myth, Oni, and Marathon
— Destiny 2 tasks players with defending humanity and
exploring the mysteries of the solar system. Players embody Guardians,
who wield powerful elemental abilities. Players can select from multiple
classes, upgrade and swap elemental subclasses,
as well as outfit themselves with a variety of customizable weapons and
gear to suit their aesthetic and playstyle.
Destiny 2
features responsive first-person shooter combat, an engrossing
cinematic story, challenging co-op quests, and a variety of PvP and PvE
modes playable solo or with friends — with cross-platform play also
supported.
Since its launch in 2017, Destiny 2 has received yearly
expansions that progress the story forward, add a wealth of additional
content, and further refine the gameplay experience for its passionate
community of players. Quarterly Seasons introduce
additional objectives and challenges for players to best, including
dungeons and raids that offer powerful rewards.
The Final Shape, the conclusion of Destiny 2's Light and Darkness saga, releases on June 4, 2024.
Destiny 2 is available on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S,
PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5, and Windows PC via Steam, the Epic
Games Store, and the Microsoft Store. For more information, please visit
destinythegame.com.
Free League’s Original Science Fiction RPG Returns.
Join expeditions to faraway stars and delve deep into
ancient ruins in the QuickStart available at the campaign page and on
DriveThruRPG.
You are an explorer in a dangerous universe. Don your delver
suit, step aboard a mighty Greatship and venture down the Slipstream
towards the unknown.
Your creed: explore or perish.
Three days remain for the Coriolis: The Great Dark Roleplaying Game crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter. The highly anticipated RPG is the second edition of Coriolis – The Third Horizon,
Free League’s first science fiction roleplaying game. The RPG was
funded in just 7 minutes and has raised $600 000 USD when three days
remain of the campaign.
Explore the game in the Coriolis: The Great Dark RPG Quickstart that has been added to the campaign page and to DriveThruRPG to give all brave space adventurers a chance to try out the game for free.
Inspired by 19th century expeditions, deep sea diving and pulp archeology, Coriolis: The Great Dark offers
you to join dangerous expeditions, navigate the Byzantine schemes of
Ship City, and hunt for the keys that unlock the mystery of the Lost
Horizon.
All backers will get the PDF versions of the game months ahead of the official release.
The Kickstarter campaign has unlocked 12 stretch goals so far,
including Solo Mode, a full-color map of the Lost Horizon and a
Greatship Map, custom dice, Alchemy Virtual Tabletop Module, Initiative
Cards, Blueprint for the Grasshopper Shuttle and Terrain Rover, an extra
Archetype: Esotheric, a digital art book and a soundtrack with ambient
music. The stretch goals Map of the Charted Sphere, Armor and Weapon
Cards and the Explorer's Cookbook still remains to be unlocked.
A boxed campaign set entitled The Flowers of Algorab is also part of the Kickstarter and will be delivered alongside the core game.
The League Lounge: Video Q&A for Coriolis: The Great Dark Kickstarter
THE GAME WORLD
Coriolis: The Great Dark launches you into a desolate part
of space – The Lost Horizon. Here, a fledgling human civilization who
fled war tries to stake out a new life in a harsh environment.
You live in the meandering asteroid-metropolis of Ship City and you are
employed by the Explorers Guild to undertake dangerous expeditions. In
Ship City, you will take on missions and investigations to help your
guild and build your crew’s reputation with the other major players of
the city – the Navigators, the Machinists, and the Gardeners.
Delving into the ruins on desolated moons or other star systems in
search of resources and artifacts will bring out the best of you and
your crew. Together, you will need to overcome physical obstacles, face
creatures from the Dark and endure the ubiquitous Blight.
YEAR ZERO ENGINE
The rules of Coriolis: The Great Dark are based on the latest iteration of acclaimed Year Zero Engine, used in award-winning games such as ALIEN The Roleplaying Game, Blade Runner The Roleplaying Game, Tales From the Loop RPG, and The Walking Dead Universe Roleplaying Game, but specifically tailored for this new game.
Coriolis: The Great Dark is the second edition of Coriolis – The Third Horizon. The rules have been updated and further developed, the setting is new and advances the timeline of the universe.
THIRD PARTY LICENCE
As part of the release, Free League will create a new free and open license for third party content for Coriolis: The Great Dark, as well as a new open licence for Coriolis - The Third Horizon so
that fans of the previous game will be able to create and publish new
modules. Using these licenses, all creators will have an irrevocable,
worldwide, and royalty-free right to freely create, produce and sell
content and expansions for both games and their settings.
Free League Publishing
Free League Publishing is a game studio and publisher dedicated to
speculative fiction based in Stockholm, Sweden. Voted Fan Favorite
Publisher at the ENNIES in 2020, 2021 and 2023, Free League has
published a wide range of award-winning tabletop roleplaying games and
acclaimed art books set in strange and wondrous worlds.
Our upcoming games include Mutant: Year Zero – Zone Wars and The Electric State Roleplaying Game.
Our game portfolio includes the acclaimed fantasy RPG Dragonbane, the official Blade Runner RPG (winner of two Gold ENNIE Awards 2023),The One Ring™ RPG (Gold ENNIE winner 2022), the official ALIEN RPG (Gold ENNIE for Best Game 2020), the Gothic horror game Vaesen (winner of three ENNIE Awards 2021), the pitch-black fantasy RPG MÖRK BORG (winner of four ENNIE Awards 2020) and its two spin-offs CY_BORG and PIRATE BORG, the alternate '80s Tales from the Loop (winner of five ENNIE Awards 2017, including Best Game), the retro-fantasy Forbidden Lands (winner of four ENNIE Awards 2019), the post-apocalyptic Mutant: Year Zero (Silver ENNIE for Best Rules 2015), the science fiction games Coriolis - The Third Horizon (Judge's Spotlight Award 2017) and Death in Space, the dark fantasy game Symbaroum, the weird-fantasy game Into the Odd Remastered, the new edition of the RPG classic Twilight: 2000 (Judges Award for Best RPG at UK Games Expo 2022), and the official The Walking Dead Universe RPG.
We have also published the art books Tales From the Loop, Things From the Flood, The Electric State, and The Labyrinth by the acclaimed visual storyteller Simon Stålenhag, as well as the illustrated editions of the Lovecraft classics The Call of Cthulhu,At the Mountains of Madness, and The Dunwich Horror by the praised artist François Baranger.