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Balor Games business and news from across the web.- Balor Games Partners with IllFonic to Manage Past Game CatalogBalor Games has partnered with IllFonic to manage the latter's back catalog of games, including titles like Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed and Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game. This collaboration will allow IllFonic to continue supporting its live multiplayer titles while focusing on upcoming projects such as Halloween: The Game. Balor Games, a new publishing label founded by former Humble Games executives, aims to provide long-term stewardship for high-quality independent games.
- Lost Skies’ patch built ‘after hours’ is live with treasure changes and ship scanningA new patch for the survival sandbox game Lost Skies has been released, featuring improvements to island loading, ship part scanning, and treasure chest mechanics. The update was reportedly developed by a dedicated team at Bossa Studios outside of normal working hours, leading to community speculation about the publisher Balor Games and the game's development roadmap.
Threads of Time Gameplay Deep Dive Reveals Time-Traveling NeedleRiyo Games and Balor Games have released a new gameplay deep dive for the turn-based RPG Threads of Time, showcasing the time-traveling vessel known as the Needle. The video details how players will navigate different historical eras, from prehistoric times to futuristic civilizations, to stop a threat to the timeline. The game, inspired by classics like Chrono Trigger and Final Fantasy, is in development for PC and Xbox Series X|S.- Threads of Time Deep Dive Spotlights A Journey Across TimeRiyo Games and Balor Games released a deep dive video for their upcoming JRPG, Threads of Time, showcasing the time-traveling vessel 'Needle'. The game features a 2.5D pixel art style inspired by classics like Chrono Trigger and Final Fantasy, allowing players to journey through diverse historical and futuristic eras. Threads of Time is set to release on PC and Xbox Series X|S.
Wild Blue Skies Launches August 13 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PCWild Blue Skies, an aerial combat rail shooter inspired by classic games, is set to launch on August 13, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Developed by Chuhai Labs and Balor Games, the game features anime-inspired visuals and branching mission paths. A demo is currently available on Steam.
Don’t Have a Switch 2 To Play Star Fox? Try This Upcoming PS5 And Xbox Game InsteadWild Blue Skies, a sci-fi rail shooter spiritual successor to Star Fox, will be released on August 13 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Developed by Chuhai Labs and published by Balor Games, the game features anthropomorphic animals and on-rails missions. This release comes after Nintendo announced a Star Fox 64 remake for the Nintendo Switch 2, titled Star Fox, set to launch on June 25.
Wild Blue Skies Channels Classic Star Fox Energy As August Release Date Locked InWild Blue Skies, an on-rails shooter developed by Chuhai Labs and published by Balor Games, is set to launch on August 13th, 2026, for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. The game draws heavy inspiration from classic arcade flight combat games of the late '90s and features branching routes and an anime-inspired art style.- Wild Blue Skies Takes Flight August 13Chuhai Labs and Balor Games announced that Wild Blue Skies, a reimagining of classic on-rails action games, will launch on August 13, 2026, for PlayStation 5, PC, and Xbox Series X|S. The game features fast-paced arcade flight combat with stylized anime-inspired aesthetics and accessible controls.
Wild Blue Skies launches August 13 for PS5, Xbox Series, and PCThe on-rails shooter Wild Blue Skies is set to launch on August 13 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC. Developed by Chuhai Labs and VITEI Backroom and published by Balor Games, the game offers a modern take on classic arcade flight-combat with anime-style visuals and accessible controls.
Retro rail shooter Wild Blue Skies launches in AugustPublisher Balor Games and developer Chuhai Labs announced that the retro rail shooter Wild Blue Skies will launch on August 13th for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. The game features classic on-rail shooter gameplay with modern controls, anime-style visuals, and a campaign with branching paths.- Lost Skies readies skill update built ‘after hours’ as the promised roadmap is delayed yet againBossa Studios has delayed the roadmap update for its multiplayer airship survival game Lost Skies, with no new timeline provided. The upcoming update will include significant skill tree changes, improved ore identification, quality-of-life features like ship part scanning and UI-based treasure chests, and island performance enhancements. These updates are being developed by the team in their personal time due to their passion for the game.
- Avant-Garde Jazz Project PAON’s Philosophie du Soi EP Launching April 19Avant-garde jazz project PAON, featuring vocalist Pernelle and producer Lemm, will release their debut EP "Philosophie du Soi" on April 19 via Scarlet Moon Records. The EP blends jazz, experimental music, and cinematic storytelling, drawing inspiration from theater, video games, and soundtracks like FINAL FANTASY XIII-2. The article also briefly mentions upcoming releases and updates for SpaceCraft, Frostrail, Town of Zoz, Asterfel, OneState, and Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel.
- Fight with Flavor! Town of Zoz Now Available on SteamBalor Games and Studio Pixanoh have released Town of Zoz on PC via Steam. This narrative RPG, inspired by Latin American culture and Y2K-era JRPGs, features magical cooking, combat, farming, and a heartfelt story where players help a village as a young shaman chef named Ito. The game emphasizes community building through cooking and explores themes of mystery and magic.
- Narrative-Driven Action RPG Town of Zoz Now Available on SteamThe narrative-driven Action RPG Town of Zoz, developed by Balor Games and Studio Pixanoh, is now available on PC via Steam. The game features magical cooking, fast-paced combat, and farming, with players able to increase bonds with townsfolk by preparing their favorite meals. A demo is also available on its Steam page.
Town of Zoz Out Now on SteamTown of Zoz, a narrative RPG blending cooking, combat, farming, and relationship-building, is now available on PC via Steam. Developed by Balor Games and Studio Pixanoh, the game is set in a village inspired by Latin American culture and follows Ito, a young shaman chef who must heal his community from mysterious forces.
Slay the Spire 2 hits nearly 575,000 concurrent players, almost beating Silksong's recordSlay the Spire 2 achieved a peak of nearly 575,000 concurrent players on Steam shortly after its Early Access launch, nearly matching the record set by Hollow Knight: Silksong. Mega Crit's sequel has reportedly sold 2.8 million units and generated $55.1 million in revenue. The developer switched to the Godot engine for Slay the Spire 2, citing dissatisfaction with Unity's Runtime Fee policy.
Google resolves dispute with Epic Games, reduces app store fees to 20%Google has resolved a dispute with Epic Games by reducing its app store fees to 20%. Separately, Good Games Group has launched a new indie publishing label called Balor Games, acquiring the back catalogs of Humble Games and Firestoke Games to support this initiative.
Good Games Group launches new indie publishing label Balor GamesGood Games Group has launched a new indie publishing label named Balor Games. The article also touches on the nature of industry leaks, suggesting they are often planned by companies to generate excitement.- Evening InterviewsGood Games Group has acquired the back catalogues of Humble and Firestoke, rebranding as Balor Games. The company now aims to invest in the development of "triple-I" games.
Good Games Group Acquires Humble Games, Now Called Balor Games | Console CreaturesGood Games Group, founded by former Humble Bundle employees, has acquired Humble Games from Ziff Davis and rebranded as Balor Games. The new entity will continue to publish over 60 independent titles, focusing on stability and expanded support for partner studios with a renewed commercial strategy.