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Evening Patches
The 'Turning Up The Heat' update for PlateUp! has been officially released. Additionally, an unofficial PC port for the PlayStation 1 classic Castlevania: Symphony of the Night has been developed.
PlateUp “Heat” update out now, patch notes
Yogscast Games and It's Happening have released the "Heat" update for PlateUp, coinciding with the game's fourth anniversary. This update introduces ten new challenge levels with Heat cards, three stacking levels of Chill cards for an easier experience, a new sizzling mechanic for fajitas, an overflow crate inbox, new cosmetic outfits, and achievements on Nintendo Switch. The update also adds a Greenhouse feature for collecting plants, which offer unique buffs to aid players in future runs.
Get 10 games to play with your friends for $10 with Humble's Squad Goals bundle
Humble Bundle has launched its 'Squad Goals' bundle, offering 10 games for a minimum price of $10. The bundle includes multiplayer titles like Content Warning and Human Fall Flat, along with other games such as TMNT: Splintered Fate and PlateUp!. This limited-time offer provides significant savings on games with a combined retail value exceeding $100.
Morning Interviews
The developer of the indie game PlateUp has partnered with Yogscast Games. This collaboration aims to leverage Yogscast's publishing expertise to further develop and promote the game.
"These guys are really nice" – Why the developer of PlateUp has joined forces with Yogscast Games
Developer Alastair Janse van Rensburg's company, It's Happening, has acquired a 30% stake in publisher Yogscast Games, forming an 'indie super-group'. Van Rensburg, the creator of the hit game PlateUp, will act as a consultant for Yogscast Games, helping to identify and nurture new indie titles. This unusual partnership reverses the typical publisher-developer acquisition model, aiming for a more collaborative relationship.
PlateUp Intermediate Guide: Stop Winging It and Actually Win
This guide aims to bridge the gap for intermediate PlateUp! players who struggle with restaurant management beyond the initial stages. It emphasizes the importance of deciding on a run strategy, such as high-volume approaches, before selecting dishes or placing tables to ensure a cohesive and effective kitchen and dining area setup.
Green Man Gaming's Better Together Bundle Is A Heavily Discounted Ode To Couch Co-Op
Green Man Gaming is offering the 'Better Together Bundle,' a collection of six PC co-op games, for $12, representing a 90% discount. The bundle includes titles such as Moving Out 2, Cat Quest II, Manic Mechanics, Filthy Animals: Heist Simulator, PlateUp!, and Lynked: Banner of the Spark, all focused on cooperative gameplay.
New Video Game Releases in Week 49 of December 8, 2025
This article lists new video game releases for the week of December 8, 2025, across various platforms including PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch. It also details free game offerings for December 2025 on PC, mobile, Xbox Game Pass, and PlayStation Plus. Notable releases include Skate Story, Pokemon Legends: Z-A: Mega Dimension, and Terminator 2D: No Fate.
