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"Smuggle chainsaws onto the pitch": What Blood Bowl's new publisher thinks the World Cup can learn from WarhammerStrategy game publisher Slitherine has signed a deal with Cyanide Studios to continue the development of Blood Bowl 3, which will be renamed Warhammer Blood Bowl. Slitherine's director of publishing, Marco Minoli, expressed a desire for the World Cup to learn from Blood Bowl's tournament management and embrace more 'casual violence.' The new publishing arrangement aims to simplify the game experience, honor previous player promises, and adapt to the live service model, which is new for Slitherine.- Slitherine Acquires Blood Bowl Video Game Licence & Publishing Rights From NACONSlitherine has acquired the licence and publishing rights for the Blood Bowl video game franchise from NACON. The company will continue working with developer Cyanide Studio and plans to release a new Warhammer Blood Bowl game. This acquisition expands Slitherine's portfolio of Warhammer strategy titles.
Slitherine snaps up the Blood Bowl license from Nacon, with Cyanide SBritish publisher Slitherine has acquired the Blood Bowl video game license, publishing rights, and back catalogue from French publisher Nacon. Cyanide Studio, a subsidiary of Nacon, will continue to develop the series, including the next Blood Bowl game which will rebuild Blood Bowl 3 with updated rules and features. This acquisition comes as Cyanide Studio faces financial difficulties due to Nacon's struggles.
Slitherine acquires Warhammer Blood Bowl licence from troubled French publisher NaconSlitherine Software has acquired the publishing rights and back catalogue for the Blood Bowl franchise from Nacon, which recently filed for insolvency. The game will continue to be developed by Cyanide Studio under a long-term development deal with Slitherine. This acquisition is part of Slitherine's wider expansion into strategy and tactics games.
Styx: Blades of Greed Gets New Game+ Mode in Latest UpdateCyanide Studio has released a new update for Styx: Blades of Greed, introducing a New Game+ mode that allows players to carry over skills, inventory, and upgrades. The update also includes significant performance improvements, reducing CPU usage by approximately 80 percent, and bug fixes. The game, which launched in February for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, focuses on the goblin Styx's quest for the resource Quartz.- Pro Cycling Manager 26 ReleasedPro Cycling Manager 26 has been released for Windows PC on Steam. Developed by Cyanide Studio and published by Nacon, this installment in the strategy series allows players to manage a professional bicycle racing team.
- Tour de France 2026 ReleasedCyanide Studios and Nacon have released Tour de France 2026 for PC and consoles. This latest installment offers a simulation of the renowned bicycle race.
The Biggest Race In Cycling Returns With Tour de France 2026Tour de France 2026 has been released on Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5, featuring dynamic weather conditions and an expanded race calendar including the Muscat Classic and Paris-Tours. The game builds upon last year's Unreal Engine 5 implementation and introduces enhanced team time trial mechanics. A PC-exclusive companion title, Pro Cycling Manager 2026, is also available.
The Biggest (And Best?) Xbox Games You Need To Play In June 2026This guide highlights the most anticipated Xbox games releasing in June 2026, focusing on quality over quantity. Key titles include the highly awaited Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, the remake of Gothic 1, and new entries in the Tour de France, UFC, and Hell Let Loose series. While Game Pass titles are scarce, the month offers a diverse lineup for Xbox players.
Nacon Reveals First-Person, Gothic Horror Puzzle-Adventure Dracula: The DiscipleNacon and Cyanide Studio have revealed Dracula: The Disciple, a first-person gothic horror puzzle-adventure game set in 1866 Transylvania. Players control Emile Valombres, an archivist seeking a cure within Dracula's castle, who must unravel occult secrets and embrace vampirism to survive. The game is slated for a 2027 release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
NACON CONNECT 2026: ALL THE ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM THE CONFERENCENACON Connect 2026 showcased a diverse range of upcoming games and accessories. New titles announced include the action-RPG Hunter: The Reckoning - Deathwish, the puzzle game Dracula: The Disciple, and the metroidvania Werewolf: The Apocalypse - Rageborn. The event also featured updates on games like The Mound: Omen Of Cthulhu, Edge of Memories, GreedFall: The Dying World, Hell is Us, Ravenswatch, Endurance Motorsport Series, Tour de France 2026, and Hunting Simulator 3, alongside new NACON controllers and an Aston Martin collaboration for steering wheels.
Give yourself vampirism with a mortar and pestle in Dracula: The Disciple, an alchemist's castle puzzler from Styx devs CyanideDracula: The Disciple is an upcoming puzzle game from Cyanide Studio, creators of Styx: Master of Shadows. Players control Emile Valombres, an archivist seeking a cure from Dracula, who must explore a Gothic castle, solve alchemy puzzles, and perform dark rituals to gain supernatural powers. The game is published by Nacon, which is facing financial difficulties.- NACON CONNECT 2026: ALL THE ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM THE CONFERENCENACON Connect 2026 showcased a variety of upcoming games and accessories, including Hunter: The Reckoning - Deathwish, Dracula: The Disciple, and Werewolf: The Apocalypse - Rageborn. The conference also featured new footage for titles like The Mound: Omen Of Cthulhu and Edge of Memories, alongside updates for GreedFall: The Dying World and Ravenswatch. Additionally, NACON announced new Revo controllers and a collaboration with the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team for a steering wheel.
Dracula: The Disciple Announced by Cyanide Studio – First-Person Puzzler Coming in 2027Nacon Connect 2026 announced Dracula: The Disciple, a first-person puzzle-solving adventure game developed by Cyanide Studio, set to release in 2027 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Players will step into the role of Emile Valombres, an archivist seeking Dracula's knowledge to cure a deadly disease in a gothic castle setting.- Dracula: The Disciple AnnouncedCyanide Studio and Nacon have announced Dracula: The Disciple, a puzzle-adventure game inspired by Bram Stoker's Dracula. The game is slated for release next year on PC.
Vampires, Werewolves, and Hunters Take the Stage at Nacon Connect 2026Nacon Connect 2026 showcased upcoming titles including Hunter: The Reckoning – Deathwish, Werewolf: The Apocalypse – Rageborn, The Mound: Omen Of Cthulhu, and Dracula: The Disciple. These games span various genres and are set to release on Xbox platforms, with some launching in Summer 2027 and others on July 15.
Dracula: The Disciple looks like a cosy supernatural puzzle gameCyanide Studios has revealed Dracula: The Disciple, a first-person puzzle adventure game set to launch in 2027. Players will take on the role of Emile Valombres, an archivist who becomes Dracula's protege to find a cure for his illness. The game involves exploring Dracula's castle, mastering dark arts, and conducting alchemical experiments, with a focus on a cozy yet spooky supernatural atmosphere.- Nacon and Cyanide Studio announce first-person puzzle game Dracula: The Disciple for PS5, Xbox Series, and PCPublisher Nacon and developer Cyanide Studio have announced Dracula: The Disciple, a new first-person puzzle game. The title is set to release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
Nacon Connect 2026 Showcase Announced for May 17thNacon has announced its Nacon Connect 2026 showcase will take place on May 17th, featuring games like The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu and Hunter: The Reckoning – Deathwish. This event proceeds despite Nacon's recent filing for insolvency and ongoing financial restructuring, which has led to concerns from the French game industry union about mismanagement and its impact on studios like Cyanide Studios, Spiders, and Kylotonn.
DYNAMIC WEATHER CONDITIONS ARRIVE IN TOUR DE FRANCE 2026!Tour de France 2026, developed by Cyanide Studio and published by NACON, will feature dynamic weather conditions powered by Unreal Engine 5. This new feature will impact gameplay by affecting terrain slipperiness and rider agility, with forecasts available before each stage. The game is set to release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S on June 4, 2026.