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HEADS WILL ROLL: REFORGED — REVENGE OF THE BLACK PRINCE DLC LAUNCHES SEPTEMBER 11
1917 Studios and Valkyrie Initiative announced that the 'Revenge of the Black Prince' DLC for Heads Will Roll: Reforged will launch on Steam for PC on September 11, 2026. This expansion introduces six new storylines, an expanded Cambrai region, and new characters. It will be released alongside a major free Patch 3.0 update, which includes new equipment, reworked combat talent trees, and various gameplay improvements.
HMUR Demo coming to steam this September Alongside New Trailer
Publisher Valkyrie Initiative and developer FoxusSexus announced that the demo for HMUR, a fast-paced retro first-person shooter, will launch on Steam in September 2026. A new trailer showcases gameplay, the game's visual style, and its Soviet sci-fi setting.
Decadent Heir Playtest
A playtest for the narrative RPG Decadent Heir is now available on PC via Steam. Developed by PRdroid Games and Valkyrie Initiative, the game features a story that includes a Farrah Fawcett reference.
Valkyrie Initiative announces the Decadent Heir playtest is now live on Steam during Russian Games Festival 2026
Valkyrie Initiative and PRdroid Games have announced that the playtest for their narrative RPG, The Decadent Heir, is now live on Steam as part of the Russian Games Festival 2026. The limited-time playtest, running from May 1 to May 15, allows players to experience an updated first chapter and unlock an exclusive reward for the full game.
Valkyrie Initiative Releases Tailor’s Chest Mini-DLC and Patch 2.99 for Heads Will Roll: Reforged
Valkyrie Initiative and 1917 Studios have released the Tailor's Chest mini-DLC for Heads Will Roll: Reforged, adding 22 new cosmetic clothing options. Alongside the DLC, Patch 2.99 introduces beta Korean and Turkish localizations, along with various technical fixes and balancing changes to the hardcore medieval survival RPG.
Valkyrie Initiative Reveals New Gameplay Trailer for Kettlebell: Inferno Hotel During The Wishlisted Showcase
Valkyrie Initiative and 70`Strike revealed a new gameplay trailer for their upcoming 2D platformer, Kettlebell: Inferno Hotel, during The Wishlisted Showcase. The trailer highlights the game's chaotic platforming, surreal hellish locations, and fast-paced action inspired by 16-bit classics. The game is confirmed for PC, Xbox, and PlayStation.
Valkyrie Initiative Announces Stones Keeper II: Chaos Lord Playtest Now Live on Steam from April 15 to April 29
Valkyrie Initiative and SK Team have launched a limited-time playtest for their upcoming turn-based strategy RPG, Stones Keeper II: Chaos Lord, on Steam. The playtest, running from April 15 to April 29, allows players to experience the first chapter of the Undead campaign and a new Skirmish mode. Participants who unlock the 'Strategist' achievement will receive exclusive in-game rewards at launch.
Valkyrie Initiative、90年代16ビットクラシックに着想を得たハイスピード2Dプラットフォーマー『Kettlebell: Inferno Hotel』を発表
Valkyrie Initiative and solo developer 70`Strike have announced Kettlebell: Inferno Hotel, a high-speed 2D platformer inspired by 90s 16-bit classics. The game is set to release on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. A Steam Playtest is now open, offering in-game rewards for participants who meet certain criteria.
Valkyrie Initiative Announces Kettlebell: Inferno Hotel, a Fast-Paced 2D Platformer Inspired by the 16-Bit Classics of the ’90s
Valkyrie Initiative and solo developer 70`Strike have announced Kettlebell: Inferno Hotel, a fast-paced 2D platformer inspired by 16-bit classics. The game is coming to PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. Steam Playtest sign-ups are now open, offering exclusive in-game rewards for participants.
Valkyrie Initiative Announces Stones Keeper II: Chaos Lord Steam Playtest Dates
Valkyrie Initiative and SK Team have announced that the Steam Playtest for Stones Keeper II: Chaos Lord will run from April 15 to April 29, 2026. Players who unlock the 'Strategist' achievement during the Playtest will receive an exclusive launch reward. This turn-based strategy RPG features tactical combat, squad progression, and army management in a dark fantasy setting.
Caribbean Legend: Age of Pirates Launches Today on Steam
Caribbean Legend: Age of Pirates, a standalone remaster of Age of Pirates 2: City of Abandoned Ships, has launched on Steam for PC. Developed by ReCon Team and published by BlackMark Studio and Valkyrie Initiative, the game features modernized controls and a refined interface while retaining its open-ended pirate sandbox gameplay. It is available for $19.99 and includes support for Steam Achievements, Workshop, and Cloud saves.
Blades For Hire Playtest Is Now Live on Steam!
The playtest for the tactical RPG Blades For Hire is now live on Steam and will run until March 23. Players who participate and meet certain conditions, such as wishlisting the game and following the publisher, can unlock an exclusive in-game reward for the full release. The playtest features an expanded and improved version of the previous demo, incorporating player feedback.
