Top Game Releases

In the latest roundup of gaming news, several highly anticipated titles are making their debut across various platforms, offering a diverse range of genres and experiences for players.
From the cooperative comedy-horror of Murky Divers to the shopkeeping charm of Trash Goblin, and the soccer excitement of Sociable Soccer 24, there’s something for every gamer.
Additionally, the action-RPG Astor: Blade of the Monolith promises an immersive adventure with fast-paced combat and exploration.
These new releases are set to captivate audiences with their unique gameplay, engaging stories, and innovative features.

Murky Divers Release Date Announced

Embers and OrO Interactive announced their new co-op comedy horror game, Murky Divers, set to release on June 19th.
Combining elements of Lethal Company and Subnautica, players pilot submarines to explore dangerous wrecks and destroy evidence of unethical experiments.
In the game, players navigate using sonar, avoiding hazards like police and krakens.
Credits earned from previous missions can be spent on items and modules to aid in future expeditions. Upon reaching a wreck, players dive into perilous environments to retrieve and destroy incriminating evidence.
“We’re really excited for the launch of Murky Divers on June 19th,” said Damien from Embers and Sam from OrO Interactive.
“We can’t wait to see people’s reactions when they dive into the creepy, claustrophobic underwater world we’ve created. There are lots of ‘things’ eagerly waiting for their arrival.”

Trash Goblin Demo Live

Indie developer Spilt Milk Studios is premiering the ‘Upcycling’ feature in the new demo for their upcoming wholesome shopkeeping game, Trash Goblin, on Steam.
The demo is part of Cozy & Family Friendly Games Celebration 2024, running from May 30th to June 2nd, brought to you by rokaplay.
In Trash Goblin, players restore and upcycle trinkets, turning them into unique items to sell.
Customize goods to meet the requests of various customers and grow your business by upgrading your shop and expanding to new districts.
The demo offers over 90 minutes of gameplay with over two dozen trinkets to upcycle.
“We’re so excited for people to finally be able to play with Upcycling in this fresh new demo of Trash Goblin,” said Spilt Milk Creative Director Andrew Smith.
“We can’t wait to see all the shiny, weird creative combos of trinkets people come up with, and we’re looking forward to hearing player feedback as this will be the first time this build of Trash Goblin, which introduces the upcycling feature, has been publicly playable. This allows players to connect and combine trinkets. There are 48 Trinkets to play with, so with upcycling there are north of 1,000 combinations players can discover!”

Sociable Soccer 24 Release

Sociable Software Ltd announced that Sociable Soccer 24 will be available on Nintendo® Switch™ starting June 7th, 2024, with PlayStation® and Xbox® versions to follow.
The game, designed by Jon Hare, brings over 12,000 FIFPRO™ licensed players and emphasizes fun, arcade-style gameplay.
Stefano Sensi, Italian international and Inter Milan player, is the cover star for the game.
“Sensible Soccer still means so much to a great many gamers, and we thought it was high time to bring a little Sensi to Sociable Soccer 24 too!” said Jon Hare.
“We are delighted to have signed a skilful and enigmatic player like Stefano as the official ambassador for the game, I am sure he will make our fans smile!”
The console release coincides with a major free update for PC gamers, offering over 12,000 professional players, no loot boxes or in-app purchases, a 10 division online league system, and updated data for 1,400 teams.
Players can compete for over 80 trophies and enjoy fast, intuitive arcade gameplay, both solo and in couch multiplayer mode.
Online PvP matches and clan play add to the game’s extensive features, along with multiple game modes and unique referees, each with their own personalities.
In-game chat and emoji options enhance the interactive experience.
Jon Hare added, “Sociable Soccer brings fast, arcade style gameplay back to video game football, and we couldn’t be more excited to bring the beautiful game back to console gamers. Alongside our new update for PC gamers, Sociable Soccer 24 reaches new heights, and we can’t wait for the community to lace up their boots and go for goal!”

Astor: Blade Released

Independent game developer C2 Game Studio is proud to announce that its third-person action-RPG, Astor: Blade of the Monolith, is now available on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms for $24.99 USD / £20.99 / €24.50 / $37.50 AUD.
In Astor: Blade of the Monolith, players wield legendary runic weapons and magical abilities in fast-paced combat to confront evil on planet Gilese.
The game offers a rich, immersive adventure, guiding a lone hero across the planet in search of answers.
Luis Correa, Founder & Game Director at C2 Game Studio, shared, “We’ve spent years crafting Astor: Blade of the Monolith. It’s our PC & console debut and we’re very proud of the colorful, wondrous world we’ve created. We wanted to create a world that’s both exciting to explore and captures the look and feel of our Colombian home, which is full of some of the most beautiful landscapes on earth. We think players will really get a kick out of exploring Astor’s lush landscapes and coming to grips with its gratifying combat system!”
Astor: Blade of the Monolith invites players to explore the vibrant planet of Gliese, home to the sentient Diokek, who face threats from malevolent creatures, the Hiltsik.
As the young warrior Astor, players must journey across Gliese to uncover the mystery of the ancient creators’ disappearance and save their world.
Inspired by Devil May Cry, Bayonetta, and The Legend of Zelda, the game features fierce fighting mechanics and exploration. Players can learn new attacks, abilities, and combos, use runic power to summon constructs, and collect legendary weapons to defeat enemies.
Key features include intense battles against 16 enemies and 10 bosses, 20+ hours of main story and side quests, four unique weapons, dynamic skills and combos, diverse landscapes to explore, and a New Game+ mode.

Hypercharge: Unboxed Launches

Independent developer Digital Cybercherries is thrilled to announce the release of their acclaimed shooter, Hypercharge: Unboxed, now available on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One.
Inspired by films like Toy Story and Small Soldiers, this game features sentient action figures in a dynamic first and third-person shooter experience.
Hypercharge: Unboxed includes a full story campaign mode that can be played solo offline or with up to four players online in co-op. The game also supports split-screen play, both locally and online. For competitive players, Hypercharge: Unboxed offers a variety of PvP modes for intense action figure battles. Players can defend the Hypercore with friends, survive waves of weaponized toys, or engage in free-for-all rumbles.
“Hypercharge: Unboxed is the perfect marriage of nostalgic charm and contemporary shooter design,” said Joe Henson, Creative Gameplay and Marketing Director at Digital Cybercherries. “It’s a love letter to our childhood, where we enjoyed smashing action figures together and creating epic battles in our head – only now we can realize that vision in a fully interactive 3D world. Whether you’re playing solo or want to connect with friends, Hypercharge: Unboxed provides the perfect jolt of 90s energy!”
The game welcomes both parents and children into a vibrant world of action figures and toys, offering a way for adults to relive their childhoods and create new memories with their kids. With cross-platform support for the PC version, players can enjoy the game with friends regardless of the platform. Bots are also available for those who prefer playing with AI teammates or opponents.
Hypercharge: Unboxed is available on Steam, Nintendo Switch, and now Xbox.
For more information, visit the official website.

War Thunder Update Unveiled

Gaijin Entertainment has announced the “Seek & Destroy” major content update for the online military shooter War Thunder, set to launch in June.
The update will introduce medium-range air-to-air missiles with active radar guidance (FOX-3), Belgium and the Netherlands aviation, the Canadian Leopard 2 MBT, and numerous other military vehicles across ground, sea, and air.
FOX-3 missiles, such as the French MICA, Chinese PL-12, and American AIM-120, will operate autonomously, providing advanced targeting capabilities.
The Su-27SM fighter will be one of the key carriers of these missiles, also receiving new bombs and guided missiles.
Belgian and Dutch aviation will debut in the game within the French tech tree, featuring aircraft from the Gladiator Mk I to the modern F-16AM Block 15 MLU.
New ground equipment includes the Canadian Leopard 2A4 MBT with advanced features and the Kondor II minesweeper for naval battles.
For more details on the “Seek & Destroy” update, visit the official War Thunder website.