MP3s and NPCs
MP3s and NPCs business and news from across the web.
Latest coverage
Skorts announce 'Muse and the Marquee' EP — MP3s & NPCs
Alternative rock band Skorts announced their new EP, 'Muse and the Marquee,' set for release on November 13. The EP will feature six tracks, including previously released singles "Amy" and "Headrush," as well as the newly unveiled single "Bad Habit." The band described the EP as a diverse collection of songs that extends from their debut album.
Cut The Kids in Half announce new album 'Animals on Angel Dust' — MP3s & NPCs
Boston rock band Cut The Kids in Half, led by brothers Jack and Charlie Silver, has announced their sophomore album 'Animals on Angel Dust,' set for release on December 11. The album will feature 11 tracks, including the new single "Wild Rabbit," which Jack Silver described as an ode to crookedness and the human paradox. The band will also play a record release show at The Middle East Upstairs on the same date.
Siege of Akanor gets November 2026 launch on Steam — MP3s & NPCs
Siege of Akanor is set to launch on PC via Steam on November 6, with a 15% discount available for the first ten days. The game blends tower defense and strategy elements with direct third-person combat, allowing players to build defenses and then fight alongside their recruited troops. It features a six-chapter story campaign, cooperative play for up to four players, and the ability to play as either the defender or the attacker.
Yoshiki and Josh Groban unite for new recording of "Forever Love" — MP3s & NPCs
Yoshiki and Josh Groban have announced a new recording of the X Japan song "Forever Love," set for release on August 28. The track was recorded live at Walt Disney Concert Hall and features Groban singing in both English and Japanese. Yoshiki expressed his emotion at hearing Groban's Japanese rendition, while Groban called it an honor to collaborate with the iconic artist.
Midsummer Scream 2026 in Long Beach (photos) — MP3s & NPCs
The 10th annual Midsummer Scream event took place at the Long Beach Convention Center, attracting horror and Halloween fans. The three-day convention featured notable guests like John Carpenter, Barry Bostwick, and Darren Lynn Bousman, along with panels, vendors, and attractions. The event also included a special 30th-anniversary Scream panel and a popular Halloween Horror Nights presentation. Next year's event is scheduled for the Anaheim Convention Center.
The best Los Angeles events for the week of August 3 - August 9 — MP3s & NPCs
This article highlights notable events happening in Los Angeles from August 3 to August 9, including an L.A. Industrial Battle of the Bands, the Midsummer Scream horror convention, Improv Legends Season 2, Dead of Night, MultiCon celebrating fandom, and QT's presents Joy improv show. Featured guests and performers across these events include Matt Hart, John Carpenter, Bill Moseley, Rob Liefeld, and Craig Barlett.
Mexican Ninja comes to consoles and PC later this month — MP3s & NPCs
The 2.5D roguelike beat 'em up Mexican Ninja is set to launch on August 20 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. Creative Director Dario Hoyo expressed excitement for the game's release, emphasizing its core themes of resilience and swagger. A demo is currently available on Steam.
Eugene Onegin vs. the Undead remaster coming this fall — MP3s & NPCs
A remastered version of the 2009 Russian visual novel game, Eugene Onegin vs. the Undead, is set to release on Steam this fall. The enhanced edition will include the bonus game Book of the Dead: The Lost Souls and will be available in English, Chinese, and Japanese for the first time. The original game was noted for its controversial blend of classical Russian literature with zombie themes.
SoCal Gaming Expo 2026 in Los Angeles (photos) — MP3s & NPCs
The SoCal Gaming Expo 2026 took place at the Pasadena Convention Center, featuring vendors selling retro merchandise and rare physical games. The event also included a Video Game and Collectibles Auction and a Classic Tetris World Championship, which Michael Artiaga won for the third time. MP3s and NPCs owner Terrance Pryor covered the event.
Rhythm Doggo to be released on Steam in 2027 — MP3s & NPCs
Developer Nicklas Nygren, also known as Nifflas, and publisher 505 Pulse announced that Rhythm Doggo will be released on PC via Steam in 2027. The game combines rhythm mechanics with platforming elements, where player actions influence both movement and music. Rhythm Doggo is currently available to wishlist on Steam.
Dog Man: Bark in Action coming to consoles and PC this fall — MP3s & NPCs
Dog Man: Bark in Action is coming to PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X/S, and PC this fall. The game features Dog Man and an expanded roster of playable characters, new worlds, and couch co-op. The story follows Dog Man's efforts to stop Dr. Scum from mind-controlling the city's inhabitants.
Shudder To Think announce 2026 tour dates — MP3s & NPCs
Influential post-hardcore and indie rock band Shudder To Think has announced a four-date tour for September, with shows scheduled in Philadelphia, New York City, Pomona, and Los Angeles. Tickets go on sale this Friday. The band also recently released new singles after a nearly 30-year hiatus.
Gloria Victis will be relaunched this month — MP3s & NPCs
The medieval MMORPG Gloria Victis is set to relaunch on June 17, having been delisted on October 31, 2023. The game features a low-fantasy medieval setting with action-based combat, territory control, and a player-driven economy. The relaunch was announced by MP3s & NPCs owner Terrance Pryor.
Hell Clock comes to consoles this July — MP3s & NPCs
Hell Clock, an ARPG roguelike combining action combat with elements of Brazilian history, is launching on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on July 14. The console release will coincide with the launch of its first major expansion, Cursed War, which adds new story content, maps, bosses, and endgame systems.
Truck-kun is Supporting Me From Another World?! gets July 2026 release date — MP3s & NPCs
Truck-kun is Supporting Me From Another World?! will be released on July 29 for PC and Xbox Series X|S. The game is a playful take on the isekai trope where players deliver items by driving recklessly, transporting characters to a fantasy world. It will be playable as a demo during Steam Next Fest: June 2026.
Tavern Talk Stories: Dreamwalker comes to PC and Nintendo Switch in June — MP3s & NPCs
Tavern Talk Stories: Dreamwalker, a new standalone title in the Tavern Talk universe, is set to release on June 9 for PC and Nintendo Switch. The game places players in the role of a tavernkeep who mixes magical drinks to alter guests' fates and gather rumors for quests, with a demo currently available on Steam.
Ourlands gets June 2026 release on PC — MP3s & NPCs
Jamaican indie developer GrahamOfLegend announced that their cozy island builder game, Ourlands, will be released on June 20, 2026, for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. The game focuses on creative building and exploration with no set goals or management, featuring item discovery and a unique postcard mode for sharing creations.
Against The Current release new single “Dead Man Walking" — MP3s & NPCs
Against The Current has released a new single titled “Dead Man Walking,” which explores themes of returning home from war and feeling like a stranger. The song is from their forthcoming album, the follow-up to their 2018 release Past Lives, and arrives during the band's 15-year anniversary.
Alruna: End of History hits Steam next month — MP3s & NPCs
Alruna: End of History, the second game in the Alruna series, is set to launch on Steam on June 3. Developer Niklas Hallin emphasizes the game's pure and direct design, pushing the boundaries of pixel-art side-scrollers and deliberately avoiding generative AI in development. The game will feature commissioned artwork from various artists as part of an "Alruna Art Bomb" initiative.
There is No Game spin-off Crushed in Time arrives in June on PC — MP3s & NPCs
The spin-off title Crushed in Time, from the There is No Game series, is set to launch on PC via Steam on June 10. The game will also be released on Nintendo Switch and mobile platforms later this year. Crushed in Time features a detective narrative with a unique point-and-click mechanic that allows players to manipulate objects and the environment in unconventional ways.
