1001: Threads of Mizan
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Evening Reading - September 1, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading from Shacknews covers various gaming news items, including Square Enix denying reports of going private, Bit Reactor furloughing Star Wars Zero Company developers, and a Street Fighter movie promo shoot controversy. It also highlights upcoming game releases and updates like Nopixel 5's beta, and mentions a review for Orbitals.
1001 Threads of Mizan takes players on a flying carpet ride
MBC Game Studio's upcoming title, 1001 Threads of Mizan, offers a unique Arabian fantasy setting inspired by One Thousand and One Nights. The action game features three heroes battling an ancient jinn king, with a distinctive flying carpet mechanic used for both traversal and combat. While playable solo, the game is best experienced cooperatively and is planned for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2.
[Let’s Talk] Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 reactions
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 showcased several new game announcements and updates, with a particular focus on titles for the Nintendo Switch 2. Among the revealed games were The Witcher 3 Remastered, Worms: Galactic Tactics, and LEGO Skylines, alongside updates for Final Fantasy 7 Revelation and Mega Man: Dual Override.
Gamescom 2026, dag 3 – Crazy Taxi, Onimusha och Gamescoms bästa dag
Day three of Gamescom 2026 featured hands-on previews of Crazy Taxi World Tour, 1001 Threads of Mizan, and Onimusha: Way of the Sword. The article also highlights impressions of Orbitals for Nintendo Switch 2 and Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, alongside interviews with developers from Capcom and Sega.
Saudi media conglomerate MBC expands into video game industry with new studio
Middle Eastern entertainment company MBC Group has launched MBC Game Studio, a new subsidiary focused on video game development. The studio's first project is "1001 Threads of Mizan," an action-adventure game set in the world of One Thousand and One Nights. MBC Game Studio aims to build a successful game franchise and elevate the local industry, while also confirming a policy against using generative AI technology.
Gamescom 2026, dag 2 – Från Gears till Alien
This article details the second day of Gamescom 2026, focusing on press and business visitor experiences. Highlights include hands-on sessions with Gears of War: E-Day and Alien: Isolation 2, as well as previews of Tides of Annihilation and Ace Combat 8. The author also mentions meetings with Nvidia, Nintendo, and participation in the Dataspelsbranschen's Nordic Party.
1001 Threads of Mizan First Look Gameplay
This article provides a first look and hands-on gameplay experience with 1001 Threads of Mizan, a new game that was showcased at Opening Night Live 2026. The content includes links to various gaming news, reviews, and guides.
Everything announced at Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 — from Heroes of Might and Magic 3 Remake to The Witcher…
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 showcased numerous game announcements, including a Heroes of Might and Magic 3 Remake and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered with new content. The show featured reveals for Ananta, The Witcher 3 Songs of the Past DLC, Nodus Fall, Rainbow Six Tactics, Gears of War: E-Day, and many more titles across various genres and platforms.
1001 Threads of Mizan announced for Nintendo Switch 2
MBC Game Studio announced 1001 Threads of Mizan, a co-op action-adventure game set in an Arabian fantasy world, during Gamescom Opening Night Live. The game is confirmed for a Nintendo Switch 2 release, though a specific launch date has not yet been revealed.
1001 Threads of Mizan announced for Nintendo Switch 2
1001 Threads of Mizan, a co-op action-adventure game set in an Arabian fantasy world inspired by One Thousand and One Nights, has been announced for the Nintendo Switch 2. The game is planned for a 2027 release and features three heroes on a quest to defeat an ancient jinn king.
1001 Threads Of Mizan Could Be The Arabian Nights Game You’ve Been Waiting For
1001 Threads of Mizan is a new action-adventure fantasy title from MBC Game Studio, inspired by the folklore of One Thousand and One Nights. Players will choose one of three heroes to battle Jinn and their bosses, utilizing a unique magic carpet mechanic for both ground and air combat. The game is planned for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch, with Scott Lussier and Lars Bonde serving as director and creative director respectively.
1001: Threads of Mizan's carpet riding shines as it tries to add multiplayer to a triple-A action game
MBC Game Studio's debut title, 1001: Threads of Mizan, is a third-person action RPG designed for three-player co-op, drawing inspiration from Arabic folklore. While the ground combat and progression systems appear generic, the game's unique carpet-riding mechanic for traversal and boss fights offers a distinct element. The developers aim for a drop-in, drop-out co-op experience, though solo play is also supported.
