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Headup business and news from across the web.- Reforged Studios acquires HeadupReforged Studios has acquired the German independent games publisher Headup. The financial terms of the acquisition were not disclosed by the companies.
- Reforged Studios Welcomes Headup to the PartyReforged Studios has fully acquired the independent games publisher Headup, known for titles like Bridge Constructor and Pumpkin Jack. This strategic move aims to strengthen Reforged's developer-first publishing platform by combining Headup's curatorial expertise with Reforged's international infrastructure. Headup will continue its operations, with founder Dieter Schoeller also taking on the role of Chief Publishing Officer at Reforged Studios.
- Royal Revolt Survivors Is Out Now on PC and ConsolesTeam Warriors' action-roguelite game Royal Revolt Survivors has launched its 1.0 version on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch 2. The game features 1-4 player co-op with intense real-time combat, a diverse roster of heroes from the Royal Revolt franchise, and stunning visuals.
Battle Endless Waves In Royal Revolt SurvivorsRoyal Revolt Survivors has launched its 1.0 version on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch, offering roguelite and survivor-style action. Developed by Team Warriors and published by Headup, the game features top-down combat against waves of enemies, with cooperative play for up to four players. The title has been shaped by community feedback during its six-month Early Access period on PC.
The 9th Dragon Revealed at Future Games Show With Voxel Beat ’Em Up CombatFrameOver and Headup have revealed The 9th Dragon, a narrative-driven action game featuring tactical and free-form beat 'em up combat. The game showcases a distinctive voxel art style and neon-soaked urban environments set in Kowloon, as seen in its debut gameplay trailer at the Future Games Show.- The 9th Dragon AnnouncedHeadup has announced The 9th Dragon, a new brawler game set in a neon-drenched, voxel-art 1980s city. Players take on the role of a rookie cop fighting through the city using punches and gunfire.
- The 9th Dragon Announced as Narrative-Driven Action Game Set in KowloonFrameOver and Headup have announced The 9th Dragon, a narrative-driven action game set in Kowloon, for PC and consoles. Players control a police commando unit member, utilizing hand-to-hand combat, various weapons, and environmental interactions. The game features branching story paths influenced by player decisions, rooftop traversal, and collectible abilities, offering approximately 10 hours of gameplay with replayable missions.
Next Week on Xbox: New Games for March 16 to 20This weekly feature highlights new games launching on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass between March 16 and March 20. The list includes a variety of genres, from sports simulations like MLB The Show 26 to action-adventure titles such as Crimson Desert and horror games like The Wellmonts Case.- Action Game The 9th Dragon Revealed at Future Games ShowDeveloper FrameOver and publisher Headup revealed their narrative tactical combat game, The 9th Dragon, at the Future Games Show with a gameplay trailer. The game features a blend of free-style beat 'em up combat and tactical fights set in an 80s-inspired Kowloon cityscape, with player choices influencing the narrative and Rookie's alignment.
- The 9th Dragon, a narrative-driven action game, announced for Nintendo SwitchHeadup and FrameOver have announced The 9th Dragon, a narrative-driven action game for the Nintendo Switch. The game features tactical combat and branching choices set in the criminal underworld of 1980s Kowloon Walled City. Launch timing has not yet been revealed.
- 1980s Kowloon-set action game The 9th Dragon announced for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PCPublisher Headup and developer FrameOver have announced The 9th Dragon, a narrative-driven action game set in 1980s Kowloon. The game is slated for release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
- Super Meat Boy 3D confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2 [update: possible release date]Headup and Sluggerfly have confirmed that Super Meat Boy 3D will be released on the Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026. The game will bring the challenging platformer gameplay into a third-dimensional perspective.
Super Meat Boy Brings Brutal 3D Platforming To Switch 2 This MonthSuper Meat Boy 3D is launching on Nintendo Switch 2 on March 31, 2026, as confirmed by developers Sluggerfly and publisher Headup. The game promises brutal, fair platforming levels, boss fights, and a 3D perspective, retaining the core philosophy of the original Super Meat Boy games. The eShop listing briefly appeared, indicating a price point around $25 USD.
Super Meat Boy Brings Brutal 3D Platforming To Switch 2 This YearDeveloper Sluggerfly and publisher Headup have announced that Super Meat Boy 3D, a new 3D platforming entry in the series, will be released for the Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026. The game promises brutal, fair levels, boss fights, and a soundtrack featuring Steve Marcois. This new installment offers a fresh perspective on the classic Meat Boy gameplay.