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How Fireshine Games backed a winner with Far Far WestUK publisher Fireshine Games has achieved significant success with the chaotic cyberpunk cowboy game Far Far West, developed by Evil Raptor. The game sold over one million units in two weeks after launching in Steam Early Access. Fireshine's Chief Portfolio Officer Jasper Tanner-Barnes and CEO Brian Foote discuss their approach to game discovery, emphasizing a broad view of data and trusting developer partnerships. The company also maintains a firm stance against the use of generative AI in core game creation.
Far Far West publisher says "We don't work with partners that are relying on generative AI"Fireshine Games, the publisher of Far Far West, has stated it will not partner with developers who rely on generative AI for game art, though it permits the use of AI development tools like code completion. CEO Brian Foote emphasized this as a firm 'red line' for the company. This stance echoes similar declarations from other publishers regarding the use of AI in game creation.
IGN Live 2026 Partner Lineup to Include Avatar: The Last Airbender and Control ResonantIGN Live 2026 has announced its partner lineup, featuring "Avatar: The Last Airbender" Season 2, "Control Resonant," and "Poppy Playtime" Chapter 4. The event will also include appearances from "Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis," "Rick and Morty," and WWE Superstar Kevin Owens, among others. The event takes place June 6-7 in Los Angeles.
Pokémon Road to RGX 2026 RevealedThe Pokémon Road to RGX event is taking place through June 5, offering players a chance to compete in tournaments at Fire & Ice Games for entry into the RGX 2026 Pokémon Tournament. Winners of specific age divisions at each event will receive free entry into the RGX and Pokémon TCG tournament on June 20. The article also mentions upcoming releases and events for The Red Cathedral, IGN Live 2026, Neon Inferno, Pokémon GO, MARVEL Cosmic Invasion, and Far Far West.- MMO Business Roundup: XBOX’s rebrand, California games law, and Far Far West’s 1M soldThis MMO business roundup covers several industry developments, including California's game ownership law advancing, Steam's community market upgrades, and an AI video contest proposed by Party Animals developers. It also notes the Xbox brand's rebranding to XBOX and the early access extraction FPS Far Far West selling over one million copies on Steam.
- GIDDY UP! Far Far West Has Sold 1 Million CopiesEvil Raptor and Fireshine Games announced that their Western-themed co-op gunslinger, Far Far West, has sold over 1 million copies on Steam in less than two weeks. The game has also received its first major update, including progression and weapon XP overhauls, and quality-of-life improvements.
- Best builds to use in Far Far WestThis guide for Far Far West details two effective builds for bounty hunters: a powerful solo build utilizing the Leveredge rifle and a beginner-friendly build centered around the Shotgun. It covers recommended stats, weapon upgrades, essential 'Joker' abilities, and spell combinations to optimize gameplay and resource management for various difficulties.
Far Far West Now Available in Steam Early AccessThe co-op shooter Far Far West by Evil Raptor and Fireshine Games is now available in Steam Early Access. The game features players as cowboy bounty hunters battling undead nightmares and has already sold over 250,000 copies. It is currently available with a 10% introductory discount on Steam.- Irreverent co-op extraction FPS Far Far West enters early access with strong sales and player reviewsThe co-op extraction shooter Far Far West, developed by Evil Raptor and published by Fireshine Games, has achieved strong sales in its first 48 hours of early access on Steam, selling over 250,000 copies. The game has also garnered an "overwhelmingly positive" user review score and reached a peak of over 34,000 concurrent players. Developers have released a hotfix addressing bugs, save file backups, and in-game balance adjustments.
Far Far West is Steam's latest indie success story, racking up 250,000 sales and a 97% rating in just two daysFar Far West, an extraction shooter with a fantasy Old West theme developed by Evil Raptor, has achieved significant success on Steam, selling 250,000 copies and earning a 97% positive rating within its first two days. The game supports up to four-player co-op and features a blend of cowboy weaponry and elemental magic. Currently in Early Access with a launch discount, its price is expected to increase upon full release.
Gunboat God Is Loud, Fast And Absolutely RelentlessGunboat God is a fast-paced, side-scrolling shooter available on Xbox Series X|S. Developed by Janson RAD and published by Fireshine Games, the game emphasizes momentum, offering players a variety of weapons and abilities to survive relentless enemy swarms and challenging boss encounters. Its addictive gameplay loop encourages replayability with over a hundred missions and multiple modes.- Far Far West Early AccessEvil Raptor and Fireshine Games have launched Far Far West into Early Access on PC via Steam. This co-op shooter invites players to the frontier to experience its unique take on the genre.
- Unleash Bullets and Fireballs in Far Far West’s Co-op Cowboy Action - Available Now in Steam Early AccessFar Far West, a co-op cowboy first-person shooter developed by Evil Raptor and published by Fireshine Games, has launched on PC in Early Access. The game allows for solo or four-player co-op action, featuring undead enemies and a wild west setting. Players can upgrade their arsenal and abilities as they complete bounties, with the developers planning to add more content based on community feedback.
Developers of Steam Next Fest's wildly popular robot wizard cowboy shooter say its cowboy robots are also wizards…The co-op FPS Far Far West, a robot wizard cowboy shooter, achieved significant popularity during Steam Next Fest, becoming one of the top five most-played demos. Developer Evil Raptor, a small indie studio, expressed surprise at the overwhelming positive reception and is preparing for the game's early access launch on PC. The game's unique theme and mechanics were developed through a combination of market strategy and technical considerations.- Mount Your Mecha Battle Suit and Craft Your Deck For Roguelite Combat in Husk Protocol - Playtest Available NowHusk Protocol, a deck-driven mecha combat roguelite developed by ODD SUB and published by Fireshine Games, has launched an open playtest on Steam. The game features bruto-punk visuals, intense mech battles where healing is impossible, and strategic deckbuilding with salvaged components. Players must manage their mech and decide when to abandon it to survive.
"What's This Stupid Thing?" – How One Silly Idea Became The Jet Set Radio-Inspired Denshattack!Studio Director David Jaumandreu and Lead Producer Àngel Beltran of Undercoders discuss the development of their unique train-based game, Denshattack!. Inspired by a toy train and classic Sega titles like Jet Set Radio, the game features a character-centric story set in a post-apocalyptic Japan and is slated for release on Nintendo Switch 2.- Fluid Shoot-’em-Up Gunboat God Now Available on SteamThe fluid shoot 'em up Gunboat God, developed by Janson RAD and published by Fireshine Games, is now available on PC via Steam. The game features a chaotic 2D side-scrolling shooter experience with guns, numerous enemies, and over 20 mission types. A launch discount of 25% is available until April 27.
Gunboat God Is a Vibrant, Fluid Shoot ‘Em Up That’s Now Out on SteamThe indie shoot 'em up Gunboat God, developed by Janson RAD and published by Fireshine Games, is now available on Steam for PC with a launch discount. The game features 212 levels, over 70 enemy types, and multiple boss fights. Console releases for PlayStation and Xbox are planned for a later date.
Triple-i Initiative Showcase had some really incredible announcements - a roundupThe Triple-i Initiative Showcase featured numerous announcements for indie games, including new reveals, release dates, and DLC. Several titles like Alabaster Dawn, Alkahest, and Away Team were highlighted, with many set to enter Early Access or launch in the coming months. The showcase also included updates for existing games such as Barotrauma and Brotato.
Chaotic co-op shooter Far Far West launches this monthPublisher Fireshine Games and developer Evil Raptor have announced that their chaotic 1-4 player co-op shooter, Far Far West, will launch in early access on PC via Steam on April 28th. The game will remain in early access for at least 12 months and features robot cowboys battling monsters and sling spells in a Wild West setting.