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Echo Weaver launch trailer – time loop Metroidvania game hits Nintendo Switch 2
Akupara Games and Moonlight Kids have released a launch trailer for Echo Weaver, a new time loop Metroidvania game now available on Nintendo Switch. The game challenges players to master time-altering anomalies and use knowledge gained from previous loops to break a cycle and uncover a conspiracy.
Echo Weaver On Game Pass Turns Time Into Your Most Valuable Weapon
Echo Weaver, a new Metroidvania title from Moonlight Kids and Akupara Games, is now available on Xbox Game Pass for Ultimate and PC subscribers. The game features a unique time-loop mechanic where knowledge gained from previous runs is the primary form of progression. It is also available for purchase on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch.
You Have Minutes to Live: Introducing Echo Weaver
Echo Weaver, a new knowledge-based Metroidvania from indie developer Moonlight Kids, has been released on Xbox Series X|S and PC, and is available on Day One with Game Pass. The game features a unique time-loop mechanic where players have minutes to live before resetting, emphasizing learning and mastery over random generation. Akupara Games is publishing the title, which has been praised for its innovative genre blend.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for October 5 to 9
This weekly feature highlights new games arriving on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass between October 5th and 9th. Titles include Gears of War: E-Day, STAR WARS: Galactic Racer, KINGDOM HEARTS Collection I-III, and many more across various genres.
Rain World Anthology announced for Nintendo Switch 2
Akupara Games and Videocult have announced Rain World Anthology for the Nintendo Switch 2, which will include the base game along with the Downpour and The Watcher expansions. The anthology will be available physically in both standard and collector's editions, with the latter featuring several exclusive items. The game is described as a survival platformer where players control a slugcat navigating a dangerous world.
PlayStation Store Drops Intriguing New PS5 Adventure Game Collection
A new collection of three point-and-click adventure games, The Immortal John Triptych, has been released on the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 5. Developed by Joe Richardson and published by Akupara Games, the collection features updated content and has received a positive response from players.
The Immortal John Triptych Launches With Three Pythonesque Adventures
The Immortal John Triptych, a collection of three narrative adventures by Joe Richardson, is now available on Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. Published by Akupara Games, the collection features "Four Last Things," "The Procession to Calvary," and "Death of the Reprobate," all built using Renaissance-era artwork and infused with Pythonesque humor. This ultimate version includes a unified UI, quality-of-life improvements, controller support, and bonus content.
Montabi launch trailer – creature-collector roguelike deckbuilder out on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
Montabi, a creature-collector roguelike deckbuilder developed by Mankibo and published by Akupara Games, has launched on Nintendo Switch. A new trailer celebrates the game's debut, showcasing its tactical 3x3 battlemap, creature taming, evolution mechanics, and over 500 collectible cards.
Montabi review for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
Montabi is a creature-collecting roguelike that successfully blends monster taming, deckbuilding, and tactical combat. Developed by Mankibo and published by Akupara Games, the game was rebuilt from the ground up, resulting in a cohesive experience that rewards experimentation and replayability. The review highlights the satisfying tactical grid combat, the distinct deck for each creature, and the rewarding progression systems, making it a compelling choice for fans of the genre.
Catch, Build, Battle – Montabi Launches On Xbox, Switch, PC
The creature-collecting, deckbuilding roguelike game Montabi has launched on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC for £16.74, with Xbox Play Anywhere support. Developed by Mankibo and published by Akupara Games, it is also available on Nintendo Switch and Steam. The game features tactical 3x3 grid battles where creature positioning and card combinations are key to success.
How a Bucket Full of Pink Cow Dung Became an Item in The Immortal John Triptych
The Immortal John Triptych, an anthology of three interconnected adventure games, features a unique design element: a bucket of pink cow dung. This puzzle item originated from an improvised design choice during the development of Death of the Reprobate, where the developer needed to fill a visual gap and ended up creating an absurd, yet memorable, gameplay mechanic. The game is set to release on Xbox on August 27.
Echo Weaver Is an Upcoming Knowledge-Based Metroidvania Where Secrets Are Your Upgrades
Echo Weaver, an upcoming Metroidvania developed by Moonlight Kids and published by Akupara Games, is set to launch on October 8th, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game features a unique 'metroidBRAINia' approach where player progression is tied to learning and uncovering secrets within a time loop narrative, rather than traditional upgrades.
Echo Weaver announced for Nintendo Switch 2
Akupara Games and Moonlight Kids have announced Echo Weaver, a time loop metroidvania, for the Nintendo Switch 2, set to release on October 8. Players control the last Weaver, exploring a ruined society trapped in a time loop, using time itself as currency and secrets as upgrades to uncover the narrative and reshape fate.
Montabi announced for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2
Akupara 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, 2026
This 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 Demo
The 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 Studios
Akupara 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 2026
Akupara 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 Xbox
Akupara 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 PC
The 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.