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“Early Prime Day Sales: Unicorn Overlord for PS5 at Reduced Cost”
The hit video game Unicorn Overlord is now available for just $34.99 on PlayStation 5 as part of the early Prime Day sales, an impressive discount of 42% exclusive to the PlayStation version. It’s expected that similar discounts from other retailers on various platforms will soon follow. This deal, a major highlight of the summer…
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The Initial Descendant Hotfix Will Include Highly-Requested Feature
Nexon, the developer of free-to-play co-op looter shooter “The First Descendant,” has hinted at the inclusion of one of the most demanded features since the game’s launch. Currently, the only hard mode that doesn’t feature matchmaking is Infiltration Operations, which fans eagerly play for their improved loot drop rate, albeit with a slower pace due…
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Reportedly, Embracer Shuts Down Cult RPG Developer Piranha Bytes, Makers of Gothic, Risen, and Elex
The possible closure of the German game studio Piranha Bytes continues as fallout from the acquisition frenzy of publishing giant Embracer Group. The corporation’s reported shuttering of the studio, known for cult RPGs like Gothic, Risen and Elex, came to light recently by an employee interviewed by the Polish game site CD-Action. It’s suggested that…
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In 2025, WayForward Revives Sigma Star Saga, the Sci-Fi Shmup RPG for Current Consoles, PC, and Game Boy Advance
WayForward announced during their Anime Expo 2024 panel that their 2005 sci-fi shoot ’em up role-playing game, Sigma Star Saga, will be re-released on modern consoles and PC in 2025. They also plan on offering a Game Boy Advance compatible version for traditionalists. The game’s return is a collaborative effort, with WayForward partnering with Bandai…
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Disney Reveals a New Pixel RPG Titled “Disney Pixel RPG”
Disney has unveiled a new mobile game called Disney Pixel RPG, set to be released on iOS and Android on September 9, with the option for in-game purchases. The game involves classic Disney characters such as Maleficent, Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, and many more, traversing their worlds which have been invaded by gooey monsters. It…
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Watch the Journey to Royal Ascension Begin in Metaphor: ReFantazio’s Latest Story Trailer
Atlus recently showcased a new trailer for the upcoming RPG, Metaphor: ReFantazio, at the Anime Expo 2024. The presentation was led by Director Katsura Hashino and character designer Shigenori Soejima, who unveiled the title and revealed detailed artwork of the characters, job Archetypes, and the Gauntlet Runner vehicles. They notably ended the panel with a…
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Developer of VA-11 Hall-A Unveils .45 Parabellum Bloodhound with Combat Inspired by Parasite Eve
Sukeban Games, the team behind the successful VA-11 Hall-A: Cyberpunk Bartender Action, has announced the development of a new game, .45 Parabellum Bloodhound. This RPG breaks away from Sukeban’s traditional visual novel style, introducing an “Active Time Action” combat system inspired by the 1998 game, Parasite Eve. In this style, players can take actions following…
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Metropolis 1998 Could Be the Retro City-Builder That We’ve All Been Anticipating
Cities: Skylines 2 may be making improvements, but for some, it still doesn’t match up to expectations. This has led city-building enthusiasts to start seeking alternatives, such as the delightful, retro pixel game, Metropolis 1998. Despite sharing the same niche as Cities: Skylines 2, Metropolis 1998 deviates significantly, placing a profound emphasis on customization and…
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Founder of Raspberry Pi Set to Publish Two Books on Vintage Game Development
“Code the Classics,” an instructional guide released by Raspberry Pi Press, guides both aficionados and budding programmers in creating vintage games that echo classics from earlier decades. The first volume, releasing its second version on August 27, was originally published in 2019 and was highly praised at launch. Raspberry Pi founder Eben Upton lent his…
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A Top-Rated Sci-Fi City Building Game from Steam is Coming to Consoles
In late 2022, Bulwark Studios and Kasedo Games launched IXION, a Sci-Fi city-building game on Steam, set to release on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S in early 2025. In IXION, players act as the Administrator of the Tiqqun, a prototype space station run by DOLOS, one of Earth’s most potent companies. Following a sudden catastrophic…
