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Sony Interactive Entertainment and Giant Squid trademark Sword of the Sea in Europe

Both Sony Interactive Entertainment and Giant Squid filed a trademark for "Sword of the Sea" in Europe on October 7. The two companies are each listed as an owner of the trademark.
Sony Interactive Entertainment and Giant Squid trademark Sword of the Sea in Europe
Both Sony Interactive Entertainment and Giant Squid filed a trademark for "Sword of the Sea" in Europe on October 7. The two companies are each listed as an owner of the trademark.
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Former The Elder Scrolls Online and Project Blackbird developers establish Sackbird Studios

Sackbird Studios, a Baltimore-based studio made up of staff behind The Elder Scrolls Online and the canceled Project Blackbird, has announced its establishment. It is currently developing an original…
Former The Elder Scrolls Online and Project Blackbird developers establish Sackbird Studios
Sackbird Studios, a Baltimore-based studio made up of staff behind The Elder Scrolls Online and the canceled Project Blackbird, has announced its establishment. It is currently developing an original project for consoles and PC, which it will share more information on "when the game is ready."
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INDIKA for Switch launches November 17

The Switch version of third-person story-driven game INDIKA will launch on November 17, publisher 11 bit studios and developer Odd Meter announced. A physical edition including the official soundtrack will be available via Silver Lining Interactive.
INDIKA for Switch launches November 17
The Switch version of third-person story-driven game INDIKA will launch on November 17, publisher 11 bit studios and developer Odd Meter announced. A physical edition including the official soundtrack will be available via Silver Lining Interactive.
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Nintendo ‘Close to You’ animated video updated with Pikmin

The four-minute animated video "Close to You" released by Nintendo yesterday has been updated to feature Pikmin where items previously seemed to be moving on their own.
Nintendo ‘Close to You’ animated video updated with Pikmin
The four-minute animated video "Close to You" released by Nintendo yesterday has been updated to feature Pikmin where items previously seemed to be moving on their own.
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Fallout Day 2025 broadcast set for October 23

Bethesda Softworks will host the Fallout Day Broadcast 2025 on October 23 at 10:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 p.m. ET, the company announced.
Fallout Day 2025 broadcast set for October 23
Bethesda Softworks will host the Fallout Day Broadcast 2025 on October 23 at 10:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 p.m. ET, the company announced.
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Game Pass adds NINJA GAIDEN 4, Keeper, BALL x PIT, Supermarket Simulator, and more in mid October

Microsoft has announced new titles coming to Game Pass in mid October, including NINJA GAIDEN 4, Keeper, BALL x PIT, Supermarket Simulator, and more.
Game Pass adds NINJA GAIDEN 4, Keeper, BALL x PIT, Supermarket Simulator, and more in mid October
Microsoft has announced new titles coming to Game Pass in mid October, including NINJA GAIDEN 4, Keeper, BALL x PIT, Supermarket Simulator, and more.
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Voidwrought coming to PS5, Xbox Series in 2026

Publisher Kwalee and developer Powersnake will release Metroidvania game / side-scrolling action platformer Voidwrought for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series in 2026, the companies announced.
Voidwrought coming to PS5, Xbox Series in 2026
Publisher Kwalee and developer Powersnake will release Metroidvania game / side-scrolling action platformer Voidwrought for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series in 2026, the companies announced.
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Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar version 1.1.0 update now available, adds ‘Happy Bingo’

Marvelous has released the version 1.1.0 update for Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar, which introduces the new "Happy Bingo" feature, as well as various other fixes.
Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar version 1.1.0 update now available, adds ‘Happy Bingo’
Marvelous has released the version 1.1.0 update for Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar, which introduces the new "Happy Bingo" feature, as well as various other fixes.
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Solo Leveling: ARISE OVERDRIVE ‘Gameplay Reveal’ video

Publisher Netmarble and developer Netmarble Neo have released a six-minute "gameplay reveal" video for action RPG Solo Leveling: ARISE OVERDRIVE.
Solo Leveling: ARISE OVERDRIVE ‘Gameplay Reveal’ video
Publisher Netmarble and developer Netmarble Neo have released a six-minute "gameplay reveal" video for action RPG Solo Leveling: ARISE OVERDRIVE.
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First-person psychological horror game Tenebrea announced for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PC

Spanish developer Bowl of Tentacles has announced first-person psychological horror game Tenebrea for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PC (Steam). It will launch in 2026.
First-person psychological horror game Tenebrea announced for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PC
Spanish developer Bowl of Tentacles has announced first-person psychological horror game Tenebrea for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PC (Steam). It will launch in 2026.
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First-person psychological horror game Frame Zero announced for PC

The Occultist developer DALOAR has announced first-person psychological horror game Frame Zero for PC. It is due out in mid-2027.
First-person psychological horror game Frame Zero announced for PC
The Occultist developer DALOAR has announced first-person psychological horror game Frame Zero for PC. It is due out in mid-2027.
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Metaphor: ReFantazaio One-Year Anniversary Live Stream set for October 11

Publisher ATLUS and developer Studio Zero will host a Metaphor: ReFantazio One-Year Anniversary Live Stream on October 10 at 9:00 p.m. PT / October 11 at 12:00 a.m. ET / 13:00 JST, the companies announced. You will be able…
Metaphor: ReFantazaio One-Year Anniversary Live Stream set for October 11
Publisher ATLUS and developer Studio Zero will host a Metaphor: ReFantazio One-Year Anniversary Live Stream on October 10 at 9:00 p.m. PT / October 11 at 12:00 a.m. ET / 13:00 JST, the companies announced. You will be able to watch it on YouTube and Steam. The broadcast will feature a special message.
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Temirana: The Lucky Princess and the Tragic Knights launches January 13, 2026 in the west

Otome visual novel Temirana: The Lucky Princess and the Tragic Knights will launch for Switch on January 13, 2026 in the west, publisher Idea Factory International announced. The physical edition will be…
Temirana: The Lucky Princess and the Tragic Knights launches January 13, 2026 in the west
Otome visual novel Temirana: The Lucky Princess and the Tragic Knights will launch for Switch on January 13, 2026 in the west, publisher Idea Factory International announced. The physical edition will be available in North America on the same day, while it will not launch in Europe until January 27, 2026.
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2XKO adds Warwick

Warwick, the Uncaged Wrath of Zaun, is a playable champion at Early Access launch in League of Legends-based free-to-play tag fighting game 2XKO, developer Riot Games announced.
2XKO adds Warwick
Warwick, the Uncaged Wrath of Zaun, is a playable champion at Early Access launch in League of Legends-based free-to-play tag fighting game 2XKO, developer Riot Games announced.
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PowerWash Simulator 2 launches October 23

PowerWash Simulator 2 will launch for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and Microsoft Store on October 23 for $24.99 / €24.99 / £19.99 / ¥2,970, developer FuturLab announced.
PowerWash Simulator 2 launches October 23
PowerWash Simulator 2 will launch for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and Microsoft Store on October 23 for $24.99 / €24.99 / £19.99 / ¥2,970, developer FuturLab announced.
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Bittersweet Birthday for PC launches November 11

Action RPG Bittersweet Birthday will launch for PC via Steam, GOG, Humble Store, and itch.io on November 11 for $19.99, publisher DANGEN Entertainment and developer World Eater Games announced. PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and Switch versions will…
Bittersweet Birthday for PC launches November 11
Action RPG Bittersweet Birthday will launch for PC via Steam, GOG, Humble Store, and itch.io on November 11 for $19.99, publisher DANGEN Entertainment and developer World Eater Games announced. PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and Switch versions will follow at a later date.
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Nintendo releases ‘Close to You’ animated video

Nintendo has released a four-minute animated video titled "Close to You."
Nintendo releases ‘Close to You’ animated video
Nintendo has released a four-minute animated video titled "Close to You."
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Vampire Survivors version 1.14 update announced, adds online co-op and more

poncle has announced Vampire Survivors version 1.14 update, which will add online cooperative play for up to four players, as well as four other major features to be revealed in the coming weeks.
Vampire Survivors version 1.14 update announced, adds online co-op and more
poncle has announced Vampire Survivors version 1.14 update, which will add online cooperative play for up to four players, as well as four other major features to be revealed in the coming weeks.
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Ion Fury expansion ‘Aftershock’ for PS4, Xbox One, and Switch launches October 16

The "Aftershock" expansion pack for Ion Fury will launch for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Switch on October 16 for $14.99 / €14.99, publishers 3D Realms and Fulqrum Publishing, and developer Voidpoint announced.
Ion Fury expansion ‘Aftershock’ for PS4, Xbox One, and Switch launches October 16
The "Aftershock" expansion pack for Ion Fury will launch for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Switch on October 16 for $14.99 / €14.99, publishers 3D Realms and Fulqrum Publishing, and developer Voidpoint announced.
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