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Epic Mickey: Rebrushed Nintendo Switch 2 launch trailer
THQ Nordic and Purple Lamp have released a launch trailer for Epic Mickey: Rebrushed on the Nintendo Switch 2. This remake features improved resolution, framerate, and new movement skills for Mickey Mouse, alongside enhanced visuals and controls. The game is available now, with a free upgrade for existing Nintendo Switch owners.
Jobs roundup: October | Playstack CEO Harvey Elliott voted chair of UKIE
Several key appointments have been made across the UK games industry. Harvey Elliott, CEO of Playstack, has been voted chair of UKIE, succeeding Maria Sayans. Murray Pannell joins Steel City Interactive as head of publishing, while Dean Anderson leads MV&P's APAC partnerships. Catherine Bygrave is the new head of commercial at Code Wizards Group, and Michał Platkow-Gilewski has been promoted to VP of global communications and marketing at CD Projekt Red.
Gothic II Complete Classic Brings The Adventure Back To Xbox And PlayStation
Gothic II Complete Classic, which includes the base game and its Night of the Raven expansion, has been released on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PlayStation for £24.99. The game features a sprawling world with over 100 missions and 500 NPCs, offering a substantial classic RPG experience with over 200 weapons and spells.
Way Of The Hunter 2 Launches On Xbox And PlayStation With Two Vast Hunting Worlds
Way of the Hunter 2 has launched on Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5, developed by Nine Rocks Games and published by THQ Nordic. The hunting simulation game features two vast environments in North America and Africa, with a Standard Edition priced at £34.99 and a Deluxe Edition available now for £49.99.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for September 28 to October 2
This weekly feature highlights new games coming to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC between September 28 and October 2. Titles include Minecraft Dungeons II, Gears of War: E-Day, Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, and a remastered The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, among many others across various genres.
Titan Quest II lämnar early access i januari
Titan Quest II will leave early access and launch its full version on January 19th. The mythological action RPG will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. Developed by Grimlore Games, the sequel builds upon the original's Greek mythology setting.
Ancient Greece Action RPG Sequel Sets PlayStation 5 Release Date, Watch Trailer
THQ Nordic and Grimlore Games have announced that Titan Quest II will launch on January 19, 2027, for PlayStation 5 and PC. The mythological action RPG sequel, currently in Early Access on PC, will cost $59.99 on PS5 and $49.99 upon full PC launch. A new trailer introduces the antagonist Nemesis and showcases combat, exploration, and mythical creatures.
Multiplayer OARPG Titan Quest II announces a January 19 departure from early access
Grimlore Games and THQ Nordic announced that Titan Quest II will exit early access on January 19th for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. The full launch version will see a price increase for PC players to $50, while console players will pay $60. The game will continue to receive post-launch content updates.
THQ says free upgrade to Nintendo Switch 2 version of Epic Mickey when it launches
THQ Nordic has announced that owners of the Nintendo Switch version of Epic Mickey Rebrushed will receive a free upgrade to the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 version. The new version is set to launch on October 6th.
Epic Mickey: Rebrushed will have free Nintendo Switch to Switch 2 upgrade, other details
THQ Nordic has announced that Epic Mickey: Rebrushed will offer a free upgrade path from the Nintendo Switch to the Nintendo Switch 2, applicable to both digital and physical versions. Owners will be able to carry over their save progress, and DLC will be bundled or transferable under specific conditions. The Nintendo Switch 2 version is set to launch on October 6th, 2026, with no current plans for PC patches.
Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed Launches on Android as a 3D Platforming Remaster
Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed, a 3D platforming remaster originally released on PC and consoles, is now available on Android for $15.99. Developed by Purple Lamp in collaboration with Disney & Pixar Games and THQ Nordic Mobile, the game features improved controls, new movement abilities for Mickey, and choices that impact the story and multiple endings.
Destroy All Humans 2: Reprobed Nintendo Switch 2 launch trailer
THQ Nordic has released a launch trailer for Destroy All Humans 2: Reprobed on the Nintendo Switch 2. The game includes two DLC items: a skin pack and a challenge mode DLC. The trailer showcases the alien invader Crypto returning to wreak havoc in the 1960s.
1666 Amsterdam is out and unfinished – but that's the whole point
1666 Amsterdam, developed by Panache Digital Games and helmed by Patrice Désilets, is launching into Early Access with the intention of being a work-in-progress. The game aims to defy expectations by actively seeking player feedback to improve its combat and other mechanics. Despite some rough edges, its unique themes and experimental approach set it apart.
31 years later, beautiful SNES RPG Terranigma is finally coming to PC, and I must lay the ghost of my console warrior childhood to rest
The Super Nintendo Entertainment System action-RPG Terranigma, originally released in 1995 by Quintet, is finally coming to PC. Developed by Clear River Games Development in collaboration with Limited Run Games, the re-release is slated for early 2027. The game features real-time spear combat and a story set on a hollow planet.
The Eternal Life of Goldman Is a Challenging Platformer where You Kill a Deity
The Eternal Life of Goldman, a 2D action-adventure indie game developed by Weappy Studio and published by THQ Nordic, is set to release on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The game features hand-drawn visuals inspired by ancient fables and myths, where players embark on a mission to kill a mysterious Deity across a vast archipelago. A free demo is available for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Sacred 2 Remaster launch trailer – classic action RPG comes to Nintendo Switch
THQ Nordic has released a launch trailer for the Nintendo Switch version of Sacred 2 Remaster. This enhanced edition of the classic action RPG features improved textures, lighting, view distance, a modernized UI, and refined combat mechanics, along with all included expansions.
Sacred 2 Remaster Is Now Available on Nintendo Switch | Invision Game Community
Sacred 2 Remaster is now available on Nintendo Switch, bringing the classic action RPG to the platform. Developed by Jumpgate AB and SparklingBit under license from THQ Nordic, the remaster includes all expansions and updates, along with technical improvements like enhanced textures and a modernized user interface. It is also available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
All Switch 1 & 2 Games from the THQ Nordic Showcase 2026 - NintendoFuse
THQ Nordic's 2026 showcase revealed several Nintendo Switch titles, including the REANIMAL DLC "The Prisoner" from Tarsier Studios and a new game set in the Road 96 universe from DigixArt. The showcase also featured "The Eternal Life of Goldman" for PC, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5, alongside remasters and sequels of existing franchises.
HandyGames rebrands as THQ Nordic Mobile
HandyGames has rebranded as THQ Nordic Mobile, shifting its focus to bringing premium PC and console titles to mobile platforms, while its development studio continues as HandyGames. Separately, leaked emails reveal Blizzard Entertainment was Xbox's top-performing studio for FY26, driven by Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred and Overwatch, marking its third highest fiscal year for revenue.
Gothic 1 Remake devs hint at next game while announcing a photo mode, "Marvin mode" for cheaters, and some mysterious "alternative progression systems"
Alkimia Interactive, developers of the Gothic 1 Remake, have announced several new features including a photo mode, an official mod kit, and a "Marvin Mode" for cheating, referencing a debug feature from the original game. The studio also hinted at their next project, which will be formally revealed next year, while confirming that smaller bug-fixing updates will precede the larger additions.
