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Silver Lining Interactive Reports Breakout First Year and Expands 2026 Lineup
UK publisher Silver Lining Interactive has reported a successful first year with multi-million pound revenue and nearly 20 staff. The company announced its expanded 2026 lineup, including the multi-platform launch of Outbound, which has garnered over 1.5 million wishlists. Founder Luke Keighran emphasized the company's people-focused, un-corporate approach to game publishing.
Sixth Station Trio Studio Ghibli in Concert Coming to San Francisco May 24
The Sixth Station Trio will perform a Studio Ghibli concert in San Francisco on May 24. Several other gaming-related announcements were made, including AviaGames' partnership with the Argentine Football Association, a new trailer for War Robots, and the Gayming Awards lineup. Additionally, Invincible VS surpassed one million players, Subnautica 2 reached five million Steam wishlists, and Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes launched on PC.
Digiphile Launches “Landfall x Aggro Crab Showcase” Bundle Featuring PEAK
Digiphile has launched the "Landfall x Aggro Crab Showcase" bundle, featuring eight games including PEAK, Content Warning, Another Crab's Treasure, HASTE, and Totally Accurate Battle Simulator, to raise funds for the Make-A-Wish foundation. The bundle is available for two weeks and also includes artwork by Gina Chacón. The article also briefly mentions upcoming releases and updates for other games like River City Saga: Journey to the West and ULTRAKILL.
ULTRAKILL Act 2: Imperfect Hatred 3xLP Vinyl Soundtrack Now Available for Pre-Order
iam8bit has opened pre-orders for the ULTRAKILL Act 2: Imperfect Hatred 3xLP Vinyl Soundtrack, featuring 26 tracks and artwork by Francis Xie, with shipments expected in Q3 2026. The article also briefly mentions other game releases and updates, including DRAGON QUEST Smash/Grow, BALL x PIT, Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes, HellSlave II: Judgement of the Archon, and Goro Majima's addition to Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds.
Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes launches May 11
Publisher Dotemu and developer Alt Shift have announced that Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes will launch on May 11th for PC. The space strategy game, inspired by the TV series and Alt Shift's previous title Crying Suns, features roguelite elements with tactical combat and player choices impacting survival.
Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes Launches May 11 on PC
Dotemu and developer Alt Shift announced that Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes, a new tactical roguelite with an original story, will launch on PC on May 11. The game focuses on survival as players manage resources, crew, and conflicts while being hunted by Cylons.
Free BALL x PIT The Shadow Update Live
A free update titled 'The Shadow Update' is now available for the roguelite game BALL x PIT across all platforms. This update introduces new characters, balls, passive abilities, and a new building. The article also briefly mentions upcoming releases and updates for other games like Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes, HellSlave II: Judgement of the Archon, and Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds.
Tactical Roguelite Strategy 'Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes' Launches May 11; New Trailer Streaming Now
Dotemu announced that the tactical roguelite strategy game Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes will launch on PC via Steam on May 11. Developed by Alt Shift, the game focuses on fleet management and survival against Cylon pursuit, featuring hybrid real-time tactical combat and roguelite progression. A new gameplay trailer showcasing combat systems was also released.
Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes Launching May 11
The story-rich tactical roguelite Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes, developed by Alt Shift and published by Dotemu, is set to launch for PC via Steam and GOG on May 11. Players will take on leadership of a survival fleet during the Fall of the Twelve Colonies, engaging in real-time space battles and procedural narrative design.
Dotemu Launching New Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes Video Game May 11 on PC
Dotemu and Alt Shift announced that Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes, a tactical roguelite inspired by the sci-fi franchise, will launch on PC on May 11. The game features strategic combat and survival choices as players manage a fleet evading Cylon pursuit. This title builds on Alt Shift's previous work with the acclaimed game Crying Suns.
Dotemu hosting Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale with lowest prices ever for Absolum, Streets of Rage 4, and TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge, more
Publisher Dotemu is hosting a sale on the Nintendo Switch, featuring significant discounts on titles such as Absolum, Streets of Rage 4, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge. These lowest-ever prices are available until April 30, 2026, with Absolum also slated for a Nintendo Switch 2 version later this year.
Marvel Cosmic Invasion Assembles A Free Switch 1 & 2 Demo Today
A free demo for Marvel Cosmic Invasion is now available on the Nintendo Switch eShop. Developed by Tribute Games and Dotemu, the beat 'em up offers a taste of its nostalgic gameplay. The full game is available for purchase with a discount in North America.
Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War review
Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War is a dull and uninspired first-person shooter that fails to capture the wit of its source material. The game suffers from low enemy density, repetitive objectives, and a lack of engaging combat mechanics, making it a disappointing experience despite its PC platform release.
Playruo raises €2.1 million to become the leading platform for testing and sharing video games via streaming
Playruo, a cloud gaming solution for video game studios and publishers, has secured €2.1 million in funding led by Kameha Ventures and Blast Club. This investment will accelerate the commercialization of its services, which include instant game playtests, QA, press previews, and playable demos accessible via streaming. The company also announced a strategic partnership with PulluP Entertainment to streamline testing phases for titles published by Focus Entertainment and Dotemu.
THE REVOLUTION GOES NEXT-GEN: ABSOLUM COMES TO NINTENDO SWITCH 2 ON PHYSICAL
Silver Lining Interactive, in collaboration with Dotemu, Guard Crush Games, and Supamonks, has announced that the roguelite beat 'em up Absolum will receive a full-cartridge physical release on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026. Pre-orders are now open for the new physical edition, while limited stock of the original Absolum Special Edition for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch remains available.
Absolum coming to Nintendo Switch 2
Absolum is set to release on the Nintendo Switch 2 in Q3 2026 with a physical cartridge version. The game, already available on the original Nintendo Switch, combines beat 'em up combat with roguelite elements in the fantasy world of Talamh. Developed by Dotemu, Guard Crush, and Supamonks, it features multiple playable characters and a story about overthrowing an oppressive regime.
Absolum Confirmed for Switch 2 Physical Release as Full Cartridge
Dotemu and Guard Crush Games announced that Absolum will receive a physical release for the Nintendo Switch 2, available as a full cartridge for $49.99 in Q3 2026. The beat 'em up game features arcade-style combat, roguelite elements, and an original score by Gareth Coker, Mick Gordon, and Yuka Kitamura. Absolum has already sold over 500,000 units across its current platforms.
Absolum coming to Switch 2
Publisher Dotemu, alongside developers Guard Crush Games and Supamonks, announced that the arcade-style beat 'em up Absolum will be released on the Nintendo Switch. Further details regarding the release date were not provided.
What happens when story serves art direction in Absolum - Narrative Notebook #2
This article explores how the narrative in Absolum serves its art direction, prompting players to engage with the environment for gameplay purposes. Developers Dotemu, Guard Crush Games, and Supamonks use environmental storytelling and quests that direct players to specific locations without UI navigation, encouraging close observation of visuals. This contrasts with games like Hades II, where narrative and art are less directly tied to moment-to-moment gameplay mechanics.
The Best Xbox Game Pass Games In 2026
This guide highlights the best games available on Xbox Game Pass in 2026, covering a wide range of genres from roguelites to open-world adventures. It details different subscription tiers and provides brief descriptions of each recommended title, including recent additions and critically acclaimed games from previous years.
