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The Alters Complete Edition Lands on PlayStation 5 on 20 November

The only person you can rely on is yourself. And another yourself. And another. Silver Lining Interactive and 11 bit studios are thrilled to announce that The Alters Complete Edition, inclusive of Last Variable DLC, will officially launch for PlayStation 5 on 20 November for £34.99/€39.99/$39.99. 

In The Alters, you play as Jan Dolski, a simple worker  attempting to outrun a deadly sunrise in a massive rolling base on a deadly planet. To survive, Jan extracts the quantum element Rapidium to forge “Alters” – cloned versions of himself rooted in the life choices he never made.

Along with the complete base game and 4 Deluxe Outfits, The Alters Complete Edition comes fully integrated with the new story expansion, Last Variable. This major story DLC focuses on the Jan Scientist alter, who can finally pursue his true calling (outside of just survival) – research.

The Variable Left Behind

Following the base campaign’s split ending where Jan Scientist stays behind on the hostile planet, The Last Variable expansion adds roughly 20 hours of story content centered around managing a static underground base and specialized scientist clones. Together, your team works to unlock a mysterious surface ecosystem called the Oasis, weathering 13-year heat phases via cryosleep while surface-bound Alters age and endure harsh environmental threats. But will they change once faced with the vulnerability of ageing? 

The Alters Complete Edition brings the definitive Jan Dolski survival experience to physical media for the very first time, packing both the acclaimed base game and The Last Variable expansion onto a single PlayStation 5 disc. Collectors can pre-order their copy today at major retailers ahead of its November 20th release. 

The Alters Complete Edition – What’s Inside?

  • Base Game – Experience an award-winning, story-driven sci-fi survival game.  
  • Last Variable DLC – Follow the story of Jan Scientist who stays behind on the planet. Average playtime is estimated at 20 hours.
  • 4 Deluxe Outfits – Spacesuit and Tracksuit, in silver and gold options. 

Voltaire: The Vegan Vampire is coming to PlayStation and Xbox this September

Recently, at JanduSoft, we are thrilled to announce that Voltaire: The Vegan Vampire is coming to PlayStation 5 and XBOX on September 30th.

Developed by Portuguese studio Digitality Games, Voltaire: The Vegan Vampire is a fun action-farming roguelite set in Transylvania, the homeland of none other than Dracula. But Voltaire is not your average vampire. After an epiphany, the young vampire decides to give up blood and adopt a plant-based diet to prove to his father that there are other ways for a vampire to survive

During the day, players will have to grow their own crops using magical seeds, expand their farm, and explore new territories while gathering the food needed to make Voltaire stronger. Every crop grown will be one step closer to becoming the world’s first vegan vampire.
But once night falls, things will get complicated. Dracula is not willing to accept his son’s choices and will send his minions to destroy his crops and force him back onto a “proper” vampire diet. Players will have to defend their crops against hordes of supernatural creatures and face powerful bosses using Voltaire’s vampiric abilities and powers.

Worship Full Release : The cultist pikmin inspired roguelike is having its full release on PC and consoles

Worship is a Pikmin-inspired singleplayer roguelike set in an open world, where players take on the role of a cult leader recruiting an army of followers to prove their devotion to an eldritch god of their choosing. Blending the minion-management charm of Pikmin and the dark whimsy of Cult of the Lamb, Worship invites players to command their followers, draw blood-symbol rituals on the ground to cast spells, and forge their own path through run-based adventures.

Worship launched into Early Access on Steam in July 2025 and has been building a dedicated community since its announcement. The team is pleased to announce the official release date of Worship d for PC and PlayStation 5. Additional platforms are scheduled for 2027.

  • A Pikmin-like mix of RTS, exploration and puzzle solving.
  • Command an army of devout followers eager to die for the cause.
  • Draw blood symbols to cast devastating eldritch rituals on the nonbelievers.
  • Meaningful bosses that can singlehandedly end your cult.
  • Eldritch prophecies: Worship’s roguelite progression. Complete challenges during your runs to unlock new gods, more power, skins and more!
  • Vast open areas to explore and corrupt in a world on the verge of collapse. 
  • Flavorful hand drawn animations in a distinctive black and white art style with scattered splashes of color.

Descend Further Into Tertium With Warhammer 40,000: Darktide’s Upcoming Free Update – Depths of the Damned

The Depths of the Damned update introduces Spillway, a new mission which sends players into the deep and dangerous recesses of an unseen area of the Hive. The notorious domain of Tertiums Water Cartel is a sprawling labyrinth of tunnels, waterways and forgotten passages, crawling with chaos, decay and threats best left undisturbed. Spillway’s journey is far from straightforward. Strike teams must choose their paths wisely, some routes are more perilous than others. One thing is certain, all lead to the Prophet of Decay – a twisted Psyker boss encounter. The Spillway campaign is only the beginning, Depths of the Damned also introduces an array of new content! The Update will be available from September 29th on Steam, PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

  • Expanded Arsenal: The warband is expanding their armory against Chaos with six new weapons coming to Darktide! Players will be able to unleash a mix of both new weapon marks and weapon families accessible to a range of in-game classes.The new weapon marks include the Crusher Krourk MK VII, Double-Barrelled Shotgun Krouk Mk IV, Gromm Mk I Battle Maul and Mk V Slab Shield. For the new weapon families Darktide is introducing the Ogryn Cruncher, Huntsman’s Shotgun and the Ogryn Thugshot. For a more in depth breakdown of the weapons check out Fatsharks forums for an upcoming Feature Highlight.
  • Face The Prophet of Decay: Deep within the Hive, something has taken root. Little is yet known about the Prophet of Decay, save for one grim certainty…they are no ordinary spawn of Chaos. A powerful Psyker, the Prophet has made the depths its domain and what awaits the Strike Teams in the dark remains to be seen. More information on the Prophet of Decay will be revealed in the weeks ahead.
  • Other Transmissions from the Hive: Alongside the above the Depths of the Damned update will also feature additional content, such as a new live event, store rotation and quality of life improvements.

Port of Jumanah Has Set Sail on Steam, Epic, and PlayStation Store

 Red Dunes Games and Agate today announced that Port of Jumanah is now available on Steam, Epic, and PlayStation Store. Divers will also be tempted by a new full-release trailer showcasing the game’s fast-paced underwater expeditions, exotic sea creatures, vibrant worlds, and evolving port.

In Port of Jumanah, you play as Mansour, a pearl diver about to embark on the adventure of a lifetime. Descend fearlessly into dangerous waters to fight sea monsters, experiment with new equipment and upgrades, and make decisions that shape each expedition. Back on shore, the resources and allies that you recover will help rebuild Jumanah’s port and open new possibilities for future runs.

“Port of Jumanah is an homage to our region’s Pearl Diving history…with a delightful touch of nonsense. At its heart is an upbeat Arabian regular guy who always seems to encounter dangerous and often cute things (but mostly dangerous) with a cheerful disposition and sheer grit. Whether you play casually or hardcore, just remember the often-forgotten rule of the sea: if it looks suspicious, it probably is. Enjoy, habibi.” said Sultan Darmaki, CEO and Creative Director at Red Dunes Games.

Key features include:

  • Dive into ever-changing danger: Explore the depths, confront sea monsters, and discover new opportunities during each expedition.
  • Build a powerful loadout: Upgrade your gear and experiment with different combos to tackle increasingly dangerous encounters.
  • Recruit unusual allies: Meet a colorful cast of characters who can help (or complicate) the journey.
  • Rebuild the port: Bring your discoveries back to Jumanah and transform the port as progress continues.
  • A playful maritime adventure: Experience a colorful, story-rich world filled with humor, fantasy, and decisions that you’ll probably regret.

JOIN US Announces PlayStation 5 Day One Launch, As the Cult Descends on Gamescom

Join Us from Wolf Haus Games is a game I have been watching for a while now and have been dying to get my hands on. It was previously announced for PC and Xbox, and will now release on PlayStation 5.

Now, for those not familiar with the title, you are a cult leader, and you obviously have to start and run a cult. The map is a staggering 6 sq km of handcrafted dark comedy, because nothing says comedy like you and your friends running a cult. Don’t worry, the game is playable alone, but come on, who starts a cult and doesn’t bring their friends?

The game is set to release in March 2027, so we have a bit of a wait, but it will be worth it to worship the Gaming Gods in the virtual world the way they deserve. Best wishes, and may the gaming gods bring you glory.

AREA 35 BRINGS TINY METAL 2 TO GAMESCOM, OPENS GLOBAL ONLINE MULTIPLAYER PLAYTEST 

Developer AREA 35, Inc. is bringing full theater battles to Gamescom, where attendees will have the opportunity to go hands-on with the anticipated tactical strategy warfare game TINY METAL 2 at Hall 10, Booth #C-70-D-071. For fans who cannot make it to Cologne, yet still want a chance to play the biggest TINY METAL game ever made, the fight is coming to them. 

AREA 35 today announced that players around the world can now join the next TINY METAL 2 playtest, a limited-time online multiplayer-focused test built around both competitive and cooperative play, available now through September 13, 2026 EDT. Participants who complete one online match will also earn an exclusive Player Icon and Player Icon Background reward to carry into the full release of TINY METAL 2 on Steam.

Built around online multiplayer, the playtest lets commanders face off in Free for All or team up in Co-op across 10 multiplayer maps designed for battles of varying sizes, including large-scale scenarios that support up to 8 commanders.

“Gamescom gives us an incredible opportunity to put TINY METAL 2 directly into players’ hands, but we want the battlefield to extend far beyond Cologne,” said Hiroaki Yura, CEO of AREA 35 Inc. “This playtest is an important step for us because online competition and cooperation are major parts of what we are building. We are excited to have players around the world jump in, challenge each other, fight together and help us make the experience even stronger.” 

The playtest will feature flexible, lobby-based online multiplayer, giving players the freedom to battle alongside or against friends, other participants and CPU-controlled commanders. 

Participants will also experience the latest round of refinements to TINY METAL 2, with improvements across battlefield readability, pacing, audio and visual feedback, balance, and Commander abilities, all designed to make battles clearer, smoother and more satisfying.
TINY METAL 2 TAKES THE WAR TO LAND, SEA AND AIR 
The latest entry in AREA 35’s tactical warfare series is the most ambitious yet. TINY METAL 2 expands the grid-based strategy formula with battles spanning land, sea and air on the same battlefield, including naval warfare for the first time in series history. 

Commanders will lead combined forces that include familiar land and air units, as well as battleships, submarines, transport vessels and other naval units. TINY METAL 2 also expands the series with a roster of more than 15 playable commanders, a large collection of Campaign and Skirmish maps, and new tactical systems designed around playing both together and against other commanders. 

The game’s presentation is also taking a major step forward, featuring music by award-winning composer Go Shiina and performances by the Sydney-based Eminence Symphony Orchestra.
ALSO PLAYABLE AT GAMESCOM: PROJECT BLITZ 
Alongside TINY METAL 2, attendees visiting AREA 35’s booth can also experience PROJECT BLITZ, a fast-paced arcade party game set in the TINY METAL universe. 

Designed for quick, social play, PROJECT BLITZ features short, objective-driven battles where changing objectives, environmental hazards and power-ups can quickly shift the momentum of a match. Easy to jump into but built around tactical decision-making, the game is designed to create lively, unpredictable battles with friends. 

AREA 35 is using Gamescom as an opportunity to put the project in front of players, see how they respond and gather feedback that will help inform its future role in the TINY METAL universe.
About TINY METAL 2 
TINY METAL 2 is in development by AREA 35, Inc. and will be published by AREA 34, Inc. when it releases in spring 2027 on PC via Steam and other platforms. The title is currently available to Wishlist on Steam. 

[Deck13] Release Window Reveal For Bullet Hell Meets Retro RPG ‘Crystals Of Irm’ (PC & Consoles) ***BER 2026

Gamers who crave juicy, good old RPGs with a unique battle system should definitely keep an eye on Crystals Of Irm. Our game will grace PC, PlayStation 4, 5, XBOX One, Series S|X and Nintendo Switch later this year. To build up some hype among our fellow gamers, the release window reveal is backed by a flawless trailer and a signature Deck13 Spotlight move – Mark your calendars for ***BER 2026!

Deck13 Spotlight and developer David Schütze are thrilled to invite all players to the beautiful world of Crystals Of Irm later this year! Your party of three brave heroes follows the archetypes known from beloved classic retro RPGs: fighter, mage, and ranger. They will test their might by exploring dangerous dungeons and traversing the vast lands of Irm with its cities, villages, and towns (in first-person 3D!) full of citizens awaiting your assistance. A complex combat system makes the gameplay challenging but never unfair.

In Crystals Of Irm, you will lead a party of heroes – proud representatives of three unique guilds, each embracing a different combat style, but sharing the same quest: to restore the long-lost Crystals that must be united once again. But it’s no easy task. Legends speak of three horrifying dungeons where the Crystals were mysteriously hidden. Many before our heroes have succumbed on this glorious mission. Will you join them, or will you bathe in glory? Do not forget that the world of Irm is huge and unforgiving. You have a long way to go before you even touch the entrance to those horrific places…

May the Crystals shine for you, travelers!

But brave heroes also need some time to rest. Set up camp and gather your party around a hot pot of delicious stew. Fish in the lovely ponds around Irm, and enjoy vibrant, one-of-a-kind cities featuring unique characters in every single one.

Crystals Of Irm will put a smile on the face of every single retro RPG fan with its massive overworld map and first-person dungeon-crawling elements. The combat system adds some much-needed freshness to the genre with one-of-a-kind, movement-based grid battles. Suddenly, from classic systems, you will be pulled straight into modern, fast-paced battles, where movement is key to casting spells or unleashing powerful attacks. On top of that, just like in a proper bullet hell, your agility will be tested because the key to survival is dodging enemy attack sequences.

Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault Launches Sept. 2 on PC and Consoles; Original Moonlighter Free on Steam Until August 9th

Every successful business needs time to grow before it can truly thrive, and Will’s humble shop is no exception. After nearly eight months in Early Access, Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault launches in full on September 2nd on PC and, for the first time, consoles. To mark the occasion, the original Moonlighter is free to claim on Steam from August 5th to 9th – the perfect chance to meet Will before his biggest adventure yet. A demo for the sequel is available now on all platforms.

A sequel to the beloved original, which introduced players to Will—a resourceful merchant and adventurer balancing dungeon crawling with running a village shop—Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault entered Early Access in November 2025. On the road to its full release, the game received two major content updates. Greed and Glory introduced the HEX combat path, Blo-Blitz dual guns, and the wave-based Greed Colosseum. Blob-Life Balance followed with Bloblet shop companions, a stackable Poison Path, new weapons, and a Very Hard difficulty mode.

With the arrival of version 1.0, Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault brings its main story to a satisfying conclusion while introducing new weapons, armor, and the Bomb Path; a combat ability that causes enemies to explode after taking enough hits, damaging those nearby. Will’s shop also reaches its final level, unlocking additional Bloblet slots, new cosmetic options, and even more room to make Tresna truly feel like home.

For players eager to continue the adventure, the Infinite Endless Vault offers a new postgame challenge: an ever-escalating gauntlet of gold-filled runs designed to test even the most seasoned merchants. And for the truly fearless, Hardcore mode raises the stakes to their highest level—fall in the dungeon, and it’s back to the very beginning.

Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault is open for pre-orders on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2, with the full release incoming on September 2nd on PC, Xbox Series X|S (also in Game Pass), Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5.

Moonlighters 2’s: The Endless Vault demo is available now on all the above platforms. The Steam giveaway of the first Moonlighter will be held from 5th to 9th of August.

Bread & Fred Scales New Heights with Exclusive Limited Editions from Atari and Strictly Limited

It is well established how much I love and respect both Atari and Strictly Limited Games, and at a time when physical games may be coming to an end in certain areas, I am happy to announce that Bread and Fred will have a limited-edition physical release on both PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch from Strictly Limited Games. This is not a code-in-a-box situation; these are true physical games. Feel free to click the links and place your pre-orders while supplies last.

In partnership with Atari and Strictly Limited, this fan-favorite co-op platformer is making its way to physical format, giving collectors and platforming fans the opportunity to add one of the most charming cooperative adventures of recent years to their shelves.

In this playful and challenging co-op platformer from Sand Castles Studio, players take control of two penguins tied together by a rope as they set out on the ultimate climb to the summit of a towering snowy mountain. Beneath its charming exterior lies a delightfully demanding challenge where every jump matters, every swing counts, and every hard-earned victory feels unforgettable. Whether playing side by side, online with a friend, or solo alongside a stone called Jeff, players will discover a unique platforming experience that rewards perseverance and skill.

This Limited Edition includes the complete Bread & Fred experience, featuring local and online co-op, the dedicated single-player mode with Jeff the Rock, Speedrun Mode for seasoned climbers, and the extensive Laboratory Update, adding new mechanics, fresh challenges, and hidden secrets to discover..

The physical release of Bread & Fred will be completed by the physical publishing experts at Strictly Limited as a Limited Edition for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5. It will be available through the Strictly Limited Store, the Atari Store, as well as select retail partners and online marketplaces worldwide.