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Alien Breed as a demake demo for the ZX Spectrum 128k looks seriously coolA demake demo of the 1991 Amiga shooter Alien Breed has been released for the ZX Spectrum 128k, aiming to replicate the fast, fluid gameplay of the original. Developed using the Ringo-8 engine, this adaptation focuses on delivering a full-screen scrolling experience for the 8-bit platform. The project is a loose adaptation rather than a direct port, capturing the sci-fi atmosphere of the classic title.
Xalavier Nelson Jr, director of Space Baby Warlord Trading Simulator, will never uninstall Warframe and would love to see an Outriders 2: 'I think that game would have been really special'Xalavier Nelson Jr, director of Space Warlord Baby Trading Simulator and founder of Strange Scaffold, discusses the games installed on his PC. He highlights Warframe as a live-service game he'll never uninstall due to its evolving nature and respect for player time, and expresses a desire for an Outriders 2, praising the original for its flawed charm. Nelson Jr also shares his appreciation for older titles like Cultic and Blood: Fresh Supply, emphasizing the importance of understanding game history.
Reforged Studios acquires Super Meat Boy 3D publisher Headup GamesReforged Studios has acquired Headup Games, the publisher of Super Meat Boy Forever, in a strategic move to bolster its publishing platform. Headup's founder, Dieter Schoeller, has been appointed chief publishing officer at Reforged. The acquisition aims to support independent studios without job losses. Separately, Everplay (formerly Team17 Group) reported flat revenue but a 10% increase in gross profit for 2025, driven by new releases and back catalogue performance.
"They wouldn't look at any game that was less than £50 million" Why Tencent's all-in strategy didn't suit BulkheadBulkhead, a studio acquired by Tencent via Splash Damage, found the parent company's demand for games with budgets over £50 million unsuited to their development style. Despite initial success with Battalion 1944 and pitching the PC shooter Wardogs, Tencent's scale led to Bulkhead spinning out into a new holding company, Super Media Group, with Team17 and Hiro Capital. The studio is now focused on Wardogs, aiming for a sustainable player base rather than massive AAA success.
Team17 parent company Everplay reports 10% profit increase in 2025Everplay, the parent company of Team17, reported a 10% increase in gross profit to £76.3 million for its 2025 fiscal year, despite flat revenue of £166 million. The company attributed the profit growth to a shift away from low-margin physical game distribution, with new releases boosting revenue by 80% and the back catalogue contributing significantly. CEO Mikkel Weider expressed confidence in future profitable growth, citing a strong lineup of new releases and acquisitions for FY 2026.
Sintopia Launches April 16 – Become Hell’s New Administrator! | Invision Game CommunitySintopia, a city-building and God-game hybrid developed by Piraknights Games and published by Team17 Digital, is set to launch on PC via Steam on April 16th. Players will take on the role of an administrator managing Hell, making decisions that impact the fate of various realms and facing off against the seven deadly sins.
HOT ‘N’ FIERY GOD-SIM MANAGEMENT SINTOPIA WILL RELEASE APRIL 16THSintopia, a god-building and management simulation game developed by Piraknights Games and published by Team17 Digital, is set to release on April 16th for PC. The game allows players to manage hell as an administrator, re-educating sinners and influencing the Overworld with spells. It features a fully voiced campaign with multiple difficulty settings and a sandbox mode.
Sintopia Release Date Puts Hell in Your Hands in AprilPiraknights Games and Team17 have announced that the management simulation game Sintopia will be released on PC on April 16th. The game, which was originally planned for Early Access, will now launch as a full title and allows players to manage Hell, tending to sinners and building an environment for punishment. A sandbox mode will also be included.
Hades II and Date Everything leading the charge at the 2026 Gayming Awards nominationsHades II and Date Everything! lead the nominations for the sixth annual Gayming Awards, with each title receiving three nods. The awards celebrate games representing the LGBTQIA+ community. Other nominated games include Hollow Knight: Silksong and South of Midnight.
Hades 2 and Date Everything lead Gayming Awards 2026 nominationsThe nominations for the sixth annual Gayming Awards have been revealed, with Hades 2 and Date Everything leading with three nominations each. Hades 2 is nominated for Game of the Year alongside other titles like Hollow Knight: Silksong and Ghost of Yōtei. The awards ceremony will take place on June 8, 2026, and will be hosted by Erika Ishii and Dawn.
Free Play Days – Sea of Thieves, Totally Reliable Delivery Service, Trailmakers, Hell Let Loose and Firefighting Simulator: IgniteXbox is offering Free Play Days for several games including Sea of Thieves, Totally Reliable Delivery Service, Trailmakers, Hell Let Loose, and Firefighting Simulator: Ignite. Some titles are available for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, and Essential members, while others are free for all Xbox members during the event period.
Silver Pines Gameplay Trailer Reveals New Survival Horror MysteryPublisher Team17 and developer Wych Elm have released a new gameplay trailer for the survival horror mystery game Silver Pines, set to launch in 2026 for PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox. Players control private investigator Red Walker, who investigates a disappearance in the eerie town of Silver Pines, uncovering dark secrets and facing resource management challenges.
Silver Pines Is Part Twin Peaks and Part The X-Files | Console CreaturesTeam17 and Wych Elm have released a new gameplay trailer for their atmospheric horror game, Silver Pines. Inspired by The X-Files and Twin Peaks, players take on the role of PI Red Walker investigating a mysterious disappearance in an abandoned town. The game, described as a love letter to classic survival horror with limited resources and exploration elements, will launch later this year on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Rover’s Tale Reveals New Title, Demo, And Lore Gameplay Trailer | Console CreaturesTeam17 and Observer have renamed their robot-pet-collecting adventure game Good Boy to Rover's Tale. A new lore trailer details the LAIKA program, which turns dogs into robotic explorers for the alien planet Terra II. A demo is available on Steam today, with the full game releasing on PC later this year.- Good Boy Renamed Rover's TaleThe canine metroidvania previously known as Good Boy has been renamed Rover's Tale. The game, described as a 'heart-warming love-letter-to-pets', is being developed by Observer Interactive and published by Team17.
- Rover’s Tale ‘Narrative’ trailerPublisher Team17 and developer Observer Interactive have released a new narrative trailer for their upcoming game, Rover's Tale. The game is described as an ecosystem-driven Metroidvania.
- Silver Pines ‘Gameplay’ trailerPublisher Team17 and developer Wych Elm have released a gameplay trailer for their upcoming Metroidvania and side-scrolling title, Silver Pines. The trailer showcases new gameplay mechanics and environments for the game.
Dredge meets WALL-E! as creature-collecting, metroidvania adventure Rover’s Tale reveals new title, demo and lore gameplay trailerObserver Interactive and Team17 have revealed new details for their creature-collecting Metroidvania, Rover's Tale, formerly known as Good Boy. A new trailer showcases the game's lore and gameplay, and a demo is now available on Steam. The game is set to release on March 12, 2025, and features exploration on the planet Terra II with customizable robotic canine companions.
Silver Pines gameplay trailer shows off mystery, action and relentless horror Team17 and Wych Elm have released a new gameplay trailer for the upcoming survival horror game Silver Pines. Players will step into the role of PI Red Walker to investigate the mysterious town, managing scarce resources and battling nightmarish terrors. Silver Pines is set to release in 2026 for PC, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and PlayStation.
Rover’s Tale Revealed – A Heartwarming Space Adventure Where Dogs Explore The CosmosRover's Tale, a creature-collecting Metroidvania previously known as Good Boy, has been revealed by Observer Interactive and Team17. Players will explore the alien world of Terra II as a robotic dog, forming a bond with a human researcher and collecting creatures to overcome obstacles. A playable demo is available on Steam, with the full game planned for PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series X|S.