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Montabi announced for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2Akupara Games and Mankibo have announced that the creature-collector roguelike deckbuilder Montabi will launch on August 6 for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Players will build decks, recruit creatures, and engage in tactical turn-based combat to save the city.
Evening Reading - June 23, 2026This edition of Evening Reading covers various gaming industry happenings, including Tencent's reported exits from Japanese studios, EA layoffs, and new game announcements like Montabi and Tanuki: Pon's Summer. It also touches on the upcoming EVO 2026 fighting game tournament and reflections on Sonic's 35th birthday and the legacy of 3D graphics in gaming.
ShackStream: Indie-licious Episode 206 - Montabi Steam Next Fest DemoThe ShackStream Indie-licious livestream will feature a demo of Montabi, a creature collector deckbuilder roguelike developed by Monkibo and published by Akupara Games. The game is participating in the Summer 2026 Steam Next Fest and is slated for an August release. Players collect creatures to build a fighting force and save their city.
Akupara Games partners with Pixeljam and Behold StudiosAkupara Games has announced new publishing partnerships with indie developers Pixeljam and Behold Studios. This collaboration will bring several existing titles, including Chroma Squad and Out of Space, to new platforms, and will also support Pixeljam's upcoming releases, Cornhole Hero and Dino Jump.- Akupara Games Join Forces With Pixeljam & Behold Studios to Bring Nostalgia Back to 2026Akupara Games has announced new publishing partnerships with Pixeljam and Behold Studios, aiming to bring their catalogs to new platforms. This collaboration will see Akupara Games publish and expand titles like Chroma Squad and Out of Space, while Pixeljam will release new games such as Cornhole Hero and Dino Jump on July 23, 2026. The move aims to introduce these cult-classic indie titles to a new generation of players.
Montabi Launches August 6 on PC and XboxAkupara Games and developer Mankibo announced that Montabi will launch on August 6 for PC and Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S. This creature collector roguelike deckbuilder features tactical 3x3 grid battles and over 500 cards. A demo is currently available on Steam, with an updated version coming June 15 for Steam Next Fest.
Creature-Collecting Deckbuilder Montabi Gets August Release on Xbox and PCThe creature-collecting deckbuilder roguelike Montabi will launch on August 6th, 2026, for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Developed by Mankibo and published by Akupara Games, the game features tactical grid-based combat and creature evolution. A playable demo is currently available on Steam.- Drink to your heart’s content in the Cabernet European Physical Edition, confirmed for June 26thThe narrative RPG Cabernet will receive a European physical release on June 26th for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5. Published by Akupara Games and developed by Party for Introverts, with Tesura Games handling the physical distribution, the game features a 19th-century Eastern European-inspired setting where players guide a young vampire named Liza.
- Bracer, a Dark 3D Fantasy SHMUP Revealed at The MIX Summer ShowcaseCurious Fate and Akupara Games have revealed Bracer, a 3D fantasy shoot 'em up featuring couch co-op, RPG progression, and customization options. Players will battle a necromancer and his undead armies through various environments. The game will include a story campaign and an 'Endless Dungeon' mode, with multiple difficulty settings.
Bracer Revealed as a Dark Fantasy SHMUP From Akupara GamesAkupara Games and Curious Fate have announced Bracer, a 3D fantasy shoot 'em up featuring RPG progression elements. Players choose from three heroes to battle a necromancer through various environments, with local co-op and an Endless Dungeon mode also available. The game is available to wishlist on Steam.- 3D dark fantasy shoot ’em up Bracer announced for PCPublisher Akupara Games and developer Curious Fate have announced Bracer, a new 3D dark fantasy shoot 'em up. The game is currently in development for PC.
Fantasy shoot ’em up Bracer announcedBracer, a new dark fantasy shoot 'em up from Curious Fate and Akupara Games, has been announced. The game features three playable heroes, gothic environments, and combines classic bullet hell action with RPG elements like skill trees and loot. It will also include local co-op and an Endless Dungeon mode, and is available to wishlist on Steam.
Southeast Asian Games Showcase partnering with Summer Game FestThe Southeast Asian Games Showcase will take place on June 6th, 2026, featuring new announcements and updates from developers in the region. This year's event will partner with Summer Game Fest, which occurs the day prior. Several games, including TCG Card Shop Simulator, Montabi, and No Straight Roads 2, are confirmed to be shown, with hosts from various gaming outlets and studios participating.
Southeast Asian Games Showcase Returns June 6 With Summer Game FestThe Southeast Asian Games Showcase will return on June 6, 2026, in partnership with Summer Game Fest, to highlight games developed in Southeast Asia. The digital broadcast will feature exclusive announcements, updates, and world premieres, with the first five teased games including TCG Card Shop Simulator, Montabi, Building Relationships, No Straight Roads 2, and Am I Nima. The event aims to promote regional developers and connect the Southeast Asian games industry with a global audience.
Bringing a Love of Renaissance Art to Life in The Immortal John TriptychThe Immortal John Triptych, an anthology of Joe Richardson's critically acclaimed games Four Last Things, The Procession to Calvary, and Death of the Reprobate, is now available on Xbox. This collection features deleted scenes, updated language parity, an expanded soundtrack by Eduardo Antonello, and new features for each title. The games are known for their unique art style, which uses collage techniques with Renaissance paintings to create a humorous and profound vision of medieval Europe.
Immortal John Triptych Brings Three Joe Richardson Adventures to ConsolesAkupara Games and developer Joe Richardson have announced Immortal John Triptych, an anthology collecting the point-and-click adventure games Four Last Things, The Procession to Calvary, and Death of the Reprobate. The collection will launch later this year for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch consoles, featuring bonus content and quality-of-life updates. A PC version with a special DLC will also be available on Steam.- Return to the Renaissance in the Immortal John Triptych Coming to Consoles Later This YearAkupara Games and developer Joe Richardson announced the Immortal John Triptych, a collection of three critically-acclaimed point-and-click adventure games: Four Last Things, The Procession to Calvary, and Death of the Reprobate. The anthology will feature bonus content, deleted scenes, and quality-of-life improvements, launching later this year for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch, with a PC DLC also planned.
The Immortal John Triptych, a new collection, revealed for Nintendo Switch 2 and SwitchAkupara Games and Joe Richardson Games have announced The Immortal John Triptych, a collection featuring Four Last Things, The Procession to Calvary, and Death of the Reprobate. The anthology is set to release on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch in 2026, with a PC version also planned. It will include new bonus features, deleted scenes, and quality-of-life improvements.- Joe Richardson adventure games anthology The Immortal John Triptych announced for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, Xbox One, Switch, and PCAkupara Games and Joe Richardson Games have announced The Immortal John Triptych, an adventure game anthology. It is set to release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, and PC.
- Episode One of Murder-Mystery ADV Kumitantei: Old-School Slaughter Releases On PC TodayEpisode One of the murder-mystery ADV card battler Kumitantei: Old-School Slaughter, developed by Mango Factory and published by Akupara Games, is now available on PC platforms including Steam, GOG, and Epic. The game challenges players to survive a deadly trial with sixteen other students, utilizing deckbuilding and detective skills in a narrative inspired by classic Japanese mystery-adventure games and '80s anime.