Tag: Video Games
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Report: Visions Of Mana Studio to Close Down Shortly After Launching Game
Chinese tech giants Tencent and NetEase are curbing investments in Japanese gaming studios including the closure of Ouka Studio, developers of Visions of Mana, due to a lack of substantial successes. Bloomberg reports that NetEase has already begun the process of releasing the Ouka Studio developers, retaining only a few individuals to handle the release…
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Global Edition of Final Fantasy: Brave Exvius Ceases Operations on October 30
Square Enix has declared the closure of its free-to-play mobile RPG, Final Fantasy: Brave Exvius, effective October 30, 2024. Initially launched more than eight years ago, this decision, however, won’t affect the Japanese version of the game. The game creators issued an apology to the players, mentioning it was a challenging decision due to maintenance…
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ConcernedApe Provides Update on Development Progress for Stardew Valley 1.6 and Haunted Chocolatier
ConcernedApe, the developer of Stardew Valley, recently updated fans via Twitter about the progress of the game’s console and mobile port versions, as well as the development status of Haunted Chocolatier. Despite not delving into specific details, the developer reassures fans that these projects are at the forefront of their focus, even though the process…
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Free DLC for Sea of Stars: Throes of the Watchmaker Announced
Sabotage Studio has announced Throes of the Watchmaker, a free DLC expansion for their popular game Sea of Stars. Set to be released in spring 2025, the expansion will be available on PC, PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox One and Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. This DLC brings a new adventure wherein protagonists Valere and…
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The Release of Demonschool Is Postponed Yet Again to Q1 2025
Ysbryd Games and Necrosoft Games revealed that their upcoming turn-based tactics RPG, Demonschool, will be postponed until the first quarter of 2025. The decision to postpone the originally scheduled release on September 13 was necessitated by the need for extended development time, with the aim of enriching the game’s content. This marks the second delay…
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“To the Moon” to be Released on PS5, Xbox Series
Serenity Forge and Freebird Games have announced plans to release the role-playing game (RPG) “To the Moon” on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series. Despite the announcement, a release date has yet to be determined. Currently, the game is available for Switch, iOS, Android through publisher XD, and for PC via Steam through Freebird Games. “To…
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Upcoming Release: Licensed NES Game “Rugrats: Adventures in Gameland” Reimagines the Modern Era
MIX Games and Wallride are set to launch their latest NES game, Rugrats: Adventures in Gameland, next month. The game will be available on multiple platforms, including PS4/PS5, Switch, PC and potentially Xbox One and Series X|S starting September 10, 2024. The notable aspect about the game is its compatibility with the NES console, along…
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First Look Gameplay of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
Kepler Interactive, the publisher, and Sandfall Interactive, the developer, have recently shared a seven-minute “First Look” gameplay video of their new video game, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Announced in June, this turn-based RPG features distinctive real-time mechanics. The early gameplay footage showcases the initial stages from the region of Flying Waters, where the game’s characters,…
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Cancellation of Blue Protocol’s Worldwide Release, Termination in Japan
Bandai Namco has declared that it will be terminating service for the MMORPG game, Blue Protocol, in Japan by January 18, 2025. Following this, Amazon has issued a statement confirming the cancellation of the game’s worldwide release. Bandai Namco has resolved to discontinue the sale of the in-game currency, Rose Orbs, and will not be…
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Pre-order Bonuses for Suikoden I & II HD Remaster Include 3 Special Features
Konami has unveiled three pre-order bonuses for the digital version of Suikoden I & II HD Remaster. Customers who pre-order will receive two items for early access in the game—the Fortune Orb and Prosperity Orb—and a headstart on in-game money, specifically 57,300 potch. This sum would typically be generated through gameplay, allowing players to buy…
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Announcement Made for the Remake of The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky
Nihon Falcom, a Japanese video game developer, has announced a 3D remake of the popular turn-based RPG game, The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky, titled as The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky the 1st. The game, set to be released on Nintendo Switch in 2025, was originally released on the PC,…
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All Announcements from Nintendo Direct, August 2024
Nintendo introduced a new format for its live Nintendo Direct broadcast in August, with a mixture of Partner news and Indie World content. The 40-minute broadcast featured news, trailers, and announcements from both major third-party developers and independent teams. Despite desires for details on its “Nintendo Switch successor”, slated for release in 2025, Nintendo did…