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Atmospheric FPS Industria gets surprise Nintendo Switch 2 release
The atmospheric first-person shooter Industria has received a surprise shadowdrop release on the Nintendo Switch eShop. Developed by Headup, the game places players in the role of Nora, a scientist searching for a missing colleague in Cold War-era East Berlin, which leads her into a parallel dimension.
Dead Age 2 gets surprise Nintendo Switch 2 release
Headup has unexpectedly released Dead Age 2 on the Nintendo Switch, available now on the Nintendo eShop for $17.99. This survival RPG blends elements of role-playing, roguelike events, and fast-paced turn-based combat, set in a post-apocalyptic world with a branching narrative and multiple endings.
Skatesterre launch trailer – new fast-paced arcade skating game for Nintendo Switch 2
The fast-paced arcade skating game Skatesterre has launched on Nintendo Switch, featuring Dutch skateboarder Sterre Meijer. Players can perform combos and tricks across urban environments with a high-energy soundtrack. The game is published by Headup.
Social media star Sterre Meijer on getting her own skateboarding game, online hate, and, weirdly, being mistaken for AI
Social media star Sterre Meijer has become the face of Skatesterre, a new arcade skateboarding game developed by Goon Squad and published by Headup. Despite not being a gamer herself, Meijer was heavily involved in the character's design, ensuring it reflected her personal style. The game aims to offer a more feminine representation in the male-dominated skateboarding genre and is available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Skatesterre: Where Classic Arcade Skateboarding Meets a New Generation
Skatesterre is an arcade skateboarding game developed by Headup and Goon Squad in collaboration with pro skater Sterre Meijer. The game aims to recapture the feel of classic arcade skateboarding titles from the golden era, incorporating modern features and Sterre's unique style. It is available on Xbox Series X|S and features intuitive controls, a deep combo system, and unlockable fashion items.
Ready To Shred? Skatesterre Lands On Xbox, PlayStation, Switch And PC
The arcade skateboarding game Skatesterre is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch for £11.99. Developed by Goon Squad and published by Headup, the game features Dutch skateboarder Sterre Meijer and focuses on fast-paced tricks and score-chasing across urban environments.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for August 10 to 14
This weekly feature highlights new games arriving on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass between August 10 and 14. Titles include EA Sports Madden NFL 27, Sandustry, Hell Let Loose: Vietnam, and many more across various genres.
Skate-content creator Sterre Meijer stars in new skating game, Skatesterre, ready to cause a stir when it releases next month
The arcade skateboarding game Skatesterre, developed by Goon Squad and featuring Dutch skateboarder Sterre Meijer, is set to release next month. The game aims to capture the essence of late-1990s arcade skate titles and will launch on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Headup Announces gamescom 2026 Lineup
Headup has announced its lineup for gamescom 2026, featuring four titles including the action RPG Second Stone and the beat 'em up The 9th Dragon. The company will showcase these games at the Indie Arena Booth and Home of Indies. Two additional unannounced games will also be presented.
Skatesterre, a fast-paced arcade skating game, announced for Nintendo Switch 2
Headup and Good Squad have announced Skatesterre, a fast-paced arcade skateboarding game, for the Nintendo Switch 2, set to release this summer. Players will embody Dutch skateboarder Sterre Meijer, performing tricks and exploring diverse levels with a high-energy soundtrack. The game features classic arcade gameplay inspired by early 2000s titles, with a focus on combos, style, and unlockable fashion items.
The Coma 3: Bloodlines Is Out on Nintendo Switch Now
Dvora Studio and Headup have announced the release of The Coma 3: Bloodlines on Nintendo Switch, following its recent launch on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox. This Korean survival horror title continues the story with new missions and locations, balancing stealth, survival, and combat.
Skatesterre Brings Old-School Arcade Skateboarding To PC And Console Later This Summer
Skatesterre, an arcade skateboarding game inspired by the late 1990s and early 2000s, is set to launch later this summer on PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. Developed by Goon Squad and published by Headup, the game features fast-paced gameplay, combo-heavy scoring, and a soundtrack of skate punk and skate rock music. Players will control Dutch skateboarder Sterre Meijer, also known as Surfsterre, as they perform tricks and discover hidden routes in urban environments.
Arcade Skating Game Skatesterre Revealed at Future Games Show
Goon Squad and Headup announced their arcade skating game Skatesterre at the Future Games Show. The title, featuring Dutch skateboarder Sterre Meijer, will launch on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch later this summer. Players will perform tricks and chain combos in urban environments with a high-energy soundtrack.
Bloodshed set for Nintendo Switch physical release
Super Rare Games, Headup, and Com8com1 Software are releasing a physical version of the Nintendo Switch game Bloodshed on May 21st. A limited run of 3,000 standard copies will be available, each including the game, a manual, sticker, and trading cards. Bloodshed is a first-person roguelite shooter with retro-style visuals where players battle endless waves of undead enemies.
Blue Prince and The Darkest Files win top prizes at German Computer Game Awards 2026
The German Computer Game Awards 2026 celebrated excellence in game development, with "Blue Prince" winning Best International Game and "The Darkest Files" securing awards for Best German Game and Best Serious Game. A total of €800,000 in prize money was distributed across 15 categories, highlighting the quality of games made in Germany.
The Final Chapter Unfolds In The Coma 3: Bloodlines
The Coma 3: Bloodlines, the final installment in the survival horror series, has been released on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, and PC for £11.99. Developed by Dvora Studio and published by Headup, this 2D horror game emphasizes stealth and evasion as players navigate an eerie mirror dimension inspired by South Korean folklore. The game introduces three playable characters whose stories intertwine to conclude the long-running narrative.
The Coma 3: Bloodlines Is Out on Now PC, PlayStation and Xbox
Dvora Studio and Headup have launched The Coma 3: Bloodlines, the final installment in the survival horror series, on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox. The game continues the story of Youngho, Mina, and Jihyun as they navigate new missions and locations, balancing stealth, survival, and combat.
INDUSTRIA 2 Released
INDUSTRIA 2, a narrative first-person shooter sequel from Headup and Bleakmill, has been released on Steam for Windows. The game continues the story from the original, set in a parallel dimension.
INDUSTRIA 2 Is Out Now on Steam
Developer Bleakmill and publisher Headup have released the narrative FPS INDUSTRIA 2 on PC via Steam. The game follows a woman stranded in a parallel dimension, exploring a boreal landscape and fighting an artificial intelligence to find her way home. Key features include immersive physics-based interactions, crafting, upgradable weapons, and a focus on narrative and audio design.
I'm enjoying the boreal cyborg world of spooky FPS Industria 2, which launches on PC today and also has an excellent diegetic crafting screen
Industria 2, a spooky first-person shooter with a focus on diegetic crafting, has launched on PC. The game features a blend of industrial decay, boreal nature, and sprawling machine structures in its parallel dimension setting. Players navigate eerie environments infested by robots, with an emphasis on stealth and resource management.
