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.45 PARABELLUM BLOODHOUND Demo Will Premier at 2026 Tokyo Game Show
Sukeban Games has announced that a playable demo for their upcoming title, .45 PARABELLUM BLOODHOUND, will debut at the 2026 Tokyo Game Show. The announcement indicates a significant milestone for the highly anticipated game.
Cyberpunk bartending sim VA-11 Hall-A devs' first game in 10 years finally launches this summer
Sukeban Games has announced a summer release window for its upcoming action game, .45 Parabellum Bloodhound, which is also the developer's first new title in 10 years since the popular cyberpunk visual novel VA-11 Hall-A. The game features an anime-inspired art style and an 'Active Time Action' combat system. The studio also mentioned plans to return to their previously delayed sequel, NIRV Ann-A, after Bloodhound's release.
INDIE Live Expo Showcased 200+ Titles, Returning for Winter Showcase Q4 2026
INDIE Live Expo's latest digital event showcased over 200 indie titles, including world premieres and new trailers. The next showcase is scheduled for Q4 2026. A Steam sale featuring many of the showcased games is also underway.
Cyberpunk Action Game '.45 PARABELLUM BLOODHOUND' by VA-11 Hall-A Developer Set for Summer 2026 Release
Sukeban Games, the developer of VA-11 Hall-A, has announced that its cyberpunk action game, .45 PARABELLUM BLOODHOUND, is scheduled for a PC release in Summer 2026. The game features an Active Time Action battle system, seven stages with unique encounters, and a lo-fi aesthetic.
INDIE Live Expo April 25 Showcase to Feature 200+ Games and World Premieres
INDIE Live Expo will host a large showcase on April 25, 2026, featuring over 200 indie games, world premieres, and announcements. The digital event will stream globally across platforms like YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok, and includes the signature INDIE Waves segment highlighting 160 titles. Featured games range from cyberpunk RPGs to simulators and visual novels.
INDIE Live Expo spring 2026 broadcast to include 200+ games
INDIE Live Expo spring 2026 will feature over 200 indie games, making it one of the largest showcases to date. The event received a record 1,100 submissions and will be broadcast live on April 25th across multiple platforms including YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok.
Worms Review - My Screeching, Absolved Resignations
Worms is a brief, free visual novel from Sukeban Games, released on April Fools' Day, that offers a haunting meditation on perception and unease. The game follows a businessman's unsettling encounter with a peculiar girl in Osaka, using minimalist prose and atmosphere to convey its themes without player choices or elaborate visuals. Despite its short runtime, the game leaves a lasting impression, proving the power of simple storytelling.
VA-11 Hall-A Developer Releases Free Visual Novel 'Worms'
Sukeban Games, the developer of VA-11 Hall-A: Cyberpunk Bartender Action, has released a free visual novel titled "Worms" on itch.io. The developer also published a blog post discussing the game's creation, their thoughts on the visual novel genre, and the importance of narrative pacing and text presentation.
Christopher Ortiz AKA kiririn51 Talks .45 PARABELLUM BLOODHOUND, Inspirations, Fan Reactions, VA-11 Hall-A, The Silver Case, and Much More – TouchArcade
Christopher Ortiz of Sukeban Games discusses their new project .45 PARABELLUM BLOODHOUND, the enduring success of VA-11 Hall-A, and inspirations from games like The Silver Case and Parasite Eve. Ortiz also touches on the challenges of indie game development, the team's creative process, and their personal experiences in Japan and Argentina.