Twinworld Game Reviews

We are pleased to announce that The Legend of Heroes: Trails through Daybreak II is now available for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC!

And in celebration of the launch, all players will be able to download free DLC containing Van’s Mishy Suit, Holo Core Voice – R.A.,Trails in the Sky BGM Selections, and seven basic quartz to help get your characters well-equipped for the early game.

All of this DLC is free to download on all platforms. PS4, PS5, and Nintendo Switch users can find the DLC as the Xipha Basic Quartz Set and the Triple Contents Set, and PC users can download all of the DLC under the combined Triple Contents & Xipha Basic Quartz Pack.

But these will only be available until February 28, 2025 at 6 AM PT, so be sure to download them while you can!

About The Legend of Heroes: Trails through Daybreak II

No longer threatened by the mafia organization Almata, the people of Calvard have returned to their peaceful lives. But one day, a shocking series of murders involving a mysterious crimson beast sets the wheels of fate in motion once again. Various factions spring into action – both those who abide by the law to uncover the truth and those looking to capitalize on any new developments wherever possible, no matter how sinister. With chaos once again looming on the horizon, the spriggan Van Arkride receives an unexpected visitor, prompting his own investigation.

Who is behind the murders, and what is their goal? The sands of time bring old and new faces together for this thrilling second installment in the Trails through Daybreak saga.

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Thursday, February 13th, 2025 – Eggtart Inc. (CEO: Jinman Park) is excited to announce the global launch of METAL SUITS: Counter Attack on Steam, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch!

METAL SUITS: Counter-Attack is a pixel-based 2D side-scrolling action game where the main protagonist: ‘Kevin’  who must battle waves of enemies using a variety of powerful combat suits, each with devastating new abilities.

Combining the charm of classic side-scroller gameplay with high-energy, flashy combat, METAL SUITS: Counter Attack challenges players’ reflexes as they take on thrilling battles and fight to survive.

About The Game

Set in the far future of 4373, humanity has colonized the Solar System and the planet, Helios.  Kevin, a once-revered war hero, has long retired to a peaceful life aboard a space retreat. However, when an alien invasion destroys his ship, leaving him critically wounded and his beloved dog lost, Kevin embarks on a relentless quest for vengeance against the alien forces that took everything from him.

Game Features

Explore the Planets of Helios and Uncover Hidden Secrets
The Helios system is made up of 9 diverse planets that players will be able to explore in their journey to rid the stars of the Golida menace. Discover the hidden secrets of the system as you unearth collectibles and easter eggs spread across each area.

Time to Put on Your Power Suit
Arm yourself with a variety of unique combat suits, each with their own special abilities. Discover the power of each unique power suit in each stage. With over 10 different loadouts, you’ll be blasting away enemies in style!

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Hong Kong, February 13, 2025 – After 2 years in development, and a successful Kickstarter campaign, independent Hong Kong developer Springfox Games is proud to announce the release of the family-friendly roguelike deck builder Nif Nif on Steam this April 1st at a price of 19.99 EUR|USD. Join Nif Nif and Cat on their adventures to save their friends from the evil Goo that is contaminating the forest. Clean up the mess through card battles to advance on the procedural maps and defeat the final bosses!

Starting today and until March 10th, Nif Nif will have a new demo available with new final bosses, unlockable card variants, new hats, a new playable character, mini-games, and by the time Steam Next Fest starts, the Nif Nif demo will offer support for 11 languages, same as for the full game: English, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, German, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Chinese (simplified and traditional).

Main Features

• Procedurally generated maps.
• Two playable characters (Nif Nif and Cat) with different decks.
• Gardening and cooking mini game.
• 7 different hats to change abilities.
• Progress through levels, unlockables and achievements.

What makes Nif Nif special?

Neuro divergent – friendly

Inspired by the game director’s autistic son. Nif Nif aims to provide a welcoming and supportive gaming experience where kids can explore, learn, and grow in anon-violent environment that encourages positive values like friendship and caring for nature.

For everyone

Approachable and designed for a general audience: from fans of deck-builders or cozy games, to kids (it helps them practice mental math!) or even people with no experience in video games. Accessible and totally non-violent. Easy to pick up for beginners, but strategic for those who want a challenge!

Build the best deck

Choose your cards with special abilities as you progress through the encounters to be best prepared to face the final bosses that await you at the end of the forest. Decide what to bring on each adventure to keep things fresh, and choose to play between two different characters—each with a unique card set.

Prepare for the adventure cooking your own soups

You can collect seeds, plant them and cook your own power-up potions in the form of delicious hot soups that will help you on your journey. Deciding which ones to take each time can be the difference between a win or a loss!

Wholesome and chill

Nif Nif is a comfortable and cozy experience set in a whimsical and colorful world full of friendly and quirky characters that our little piglet and his grumpy cat companion will meet along the way on lovely encounters full of easter-eggs for us to enjoy.

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TOKYO, JAPAN – February 12th 2025 – Tokyo-based leading independent publisher Shueisha Games, alongside developer Hakababunko, is proud to announce that their hotly anticipated single-player psycho-detective mystery adventure Urban Myth Dissolution Center is now available on PC via Steam, PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch for £15.79 / $17.99 / €17.49, with a 10% sale discount from February 12th until the 26th. To accompany the release, the Urban Myth Dissolution Center “Case File: Kune Kune” Manga, which features an original story not found in the game, is also available for free in English via Manga Plus and Japanese via Jump+.

“We are thrilled to introduce everyone to the Urban Myth Dissolution Center,” said Tomoya Tanaka, Global PR Manager at Shueisha Games. “The game is a love letter to all things supernatural, otherworldly and conspiracy, and we are excited to see how it resonates with audiences around the world. Since the game is available in 13 languages, we’ve made sure the launch trailer is too, so players everywhere can get excited for the mystery that awaits them!”

In Urban Myth Dissolution Center, dive into the psycho-detective mystery adventure where you take on the role of Azami Fukurai, tasked with unraveling mysteries as she helps run the day-to-day operation of the titular Dissolution Center. She’s no ordinary rookie, though, possessing the ability to see the memories of places through her glasses. Utilizing her unique gifts and skills, Azami must navigate cursed relics, dimensional anomalies, and otherworldly creatures in search of answers, delving into the paranormal activity surrounding each case.

As a member of the Dissolution Center, Azami learns to work with her mysterious and captivating colleagues: the unenthusiastic but capable colleague Jasmine; and the wheelchair-bound director and Level S psychic Ayumu Meguriya. Through episodic chapters, explore various urban myths that haunt the internet, use adaptive research, both onsite and online, as well as collection, interviews and psychic divination to crack cases, unravel hidden truths and face unexpected consequences for Azami’s actions.

Launching at the same time as the game, the manga, titled “Case File: Kune Kune”, is an original story that follows the team as they take on a mysterious case involving a comatose construction site surveyor, his cousin’s shock-induced isolation, and a desperate wife seeking answers. As the investigation unfolds, the Dissolution Center finds more to the incident than meets the eye, revealing a dark family history, a cursed mountain, and a chilling connection to a well-known Japanese urban legend – Kune Kune. The manga is now available in English for free on Manga Plus and Japanese via Jump+.

Urban Myth Dissolution Center is Steam Deck certified, and supports multiple languages, including English, Japanese, Korean, Simplified and Traditional Chinese, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, Arabic, and Hindi.

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Are you ready for a shmup like no other? In just ten days the remake, must play, of the iconic Amiga classic X-Out, X-Out – Resurfaced will launch on current consoles and Steam PC! You’re alone to stop an alien invasion from the depths of the ocean in this legendary, home computer era, shoot ‘em up, dredged up and faithfully rebuilt for old school fans and modern gamers alike!

Can you believe that it’s been over thirty years since the original X-Out (Rainbow Arts) was released on Amiga! Gamers and media alike agreed that it stood out! Partly because it didn’t take part in “space” as so many games of its genre did (and still do) but instead went for a dive through vast aquatic worlds.

Now ININ and Ziggurat have collaborated to bring X-Out back to life with a faithful remake, X-Out – Resurfaced, and is completely rebuilt from the ground up and significantly improved for old school and modern audiences alike. X-Out – Resurfaced is set to release on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox and Steam at €19,99 on February 20th.

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Warsaw, Poland – February 10th | Estoty and QubicGames are bringing high-energy action to Nintendo Switch with West Escape, launching on February 14, 2025. This intense shooter blends classic Wild West gunfights with chaotic sci-fi action, as players battle both lawmen and alien invaders in a desperate fight for survival.

As a fugitive on the run, players must outgun relentless enemies, scavenge for upgrades, and navigate a lawless frontier under extraterrestrial siege – all while trying to reunite with a lost love. With fast-paced combat, powerful weapons, and dynamic progression, West Escape delivers an adrenaline-fueled adventure like no other.

Intense Gunfights
Engage in high-speed shootouts, dodging attacks and retaliating with revolvers, shotguns, and more. Combat is fast, fluid, and demands quick reflexes to survive.

Weapon & Gear Upgrades
Collect scrap and loot to enhance firepower, boost speed, and improve defences. Every upgrade brings you closer to victory in this hostile world.

Exploration & High-Stakes Encounters
Navigate treacherous landscapes filled with dangerous enemies, hidden loot, and new challenges that test your survival skills.

Wild West Meets Sci-Fi
A unique setting where the classic frontier collides with an alien invasion, delivering a fresh twist on the action genre.

Relentless Action
No downtime, no safe zones – West Escape keeps players moving forward with constant battles, upgrades, and escalating challenges.

With its explosive gameplay and unique genre fusion, West Escape offers a thrilling experience for action fans.

West Escape launches on Nintendo Switch on February 14, 2024.

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Paris, France – February 7, 2025 – Red Art Games is excited to announce that the Western digital version of MACROSS -Shooting Insight- is now officially available in North America and Europe on Nintendo Switch, PS5 and PS4. It can be purchased from both European and North American Nintendo eShop and PlayStation Stores. MACROSS -Shooting Insight- is the latest video game adaptation of legendary anime franchise MACROSS and the first MACROSS video game to officially come out on Western consoles. It features a brand new original story in which pilots and songstress from across five MACROSS series have to team up to save the galaxy!

MACROSS -Shooting Insight- is a Multi-Dimensional Shooting Game developed by renowned Japanese studio Kaminari Games (Raiden V Director’s Cut). As its tagline implies, this new Shoot ‘em Up allows players to experience multiple gameplay styles in each level: horizontally scrolling shooting, vertically scrolling shooting, and 360-degree scrolling shooting.

In addition to the game’s digital release, MACROSS -Shooting Insight-’s previously announced ESRB and PEGI-rated Standard and special physical Nintendo Switch, PS5 and PS4 versions will come out later on this year (with physical PS4 versions only coming out in Europe).

While the Shoot ‘em Up’s Standard Edition will be available from multiple retailers at launch in Europe and North America, MACROSS -Shooting Insight-’s two special editions are exclusive to Red Art Games’ official online store (PEGI-rated versions) and Video Games Plus (ESRB-rated versions).

MACROSS -Shooting Insight-’s European physical versions can be pre-ordered from Red Art Games’ official online store. Physical ESRB-rated copies can be pre-ordered from VGP’s online store. Follow Red Art Games on social media to stay up to date with MACROSS -Shooting Insight- news!

About MACROSS -Shooting Insight-

MACROSS -Shooting Insight- is an all-new MACROSS game, the latest entry in the landmark science fiction franchise! When multiple dimensional folds suddenly occur across space-time, pilots and songstresses alike find themselves inexplicably transported to the Battle 7! From there, five stories unfold with the fate of the galaxy at stake.

Pilots, songstresses, and characters from five MACROSS series (MACROSS Plus, MACROSS Zero, MACROSS 7, MACROSS Frontier & MACROSS Delta) take center stage in a completely original story. MACROSS -Shooting Insight- includes fan-favorite songs from all featured MACROSS series! Use the power of songs to gain an edge in battle! Synchronize with songstresses while playing stages to activate a variety of buffs and debuffs, such as increased firepower, increased maneuverability, reduced enemy fire speed, etc.

Experience a Multi-Dimensional Shooting Game featuring pilots and songstresses that have come together across time! Play as pilots from different time periods and go through stages made up of multiple scenes, with each scene featuring distinct game types that utilize the different modes of each pilot’s Valkyrie. Stages include multiple game styles, such as horizontally scrolling shooting, vertically scrolling shooting, and 360-degree scrolling shooting.

Features

• Brand new and original story

• Characters from 5 different MACROSS anime series

• Multiple gameplay styles in each level (horizontally scrolling shooting, vertically scrolling shooting, and 360-degree scrolling shooting)

• Fan-favorite songs from all featured MACROSS series

• Japanese dub

• English localization

MACROSS -Shooting Insight-’s Western version includes the game’s latest update on disc which offers the following improvements:

• Difficulty: A setting has been added in order to allow for more HP recovery through automatic recovery. A Boost setting has also been added to the current auto-recovery amount.  The player’s HP will now recover at a much faster rate after taking damage than it did in the original Japanese version of the game.

• Continues: After getting a “Game Over” in the middle of a stage, players can now restart from the same stage, even if they have returned to the menu. This allows players to try again as many times as they wish.

• Music: The length of Diva songs that are activated during gameplay has been adjusted. The length of time between the end of a Diva song and the return to the regular stage music has been adjusted.

• Quality of life: The game controls, which were displayed only once in the original version of MACROSS -Shooting Insight-, will now be displayed anytime the player pauses the game.

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Montpellier, France – February 6th, 2025. French indie developer Exalted Studio and independent publisher Dear Villagers are proud to announce that Big Helmet Heroes, the zany 3D beat’em up that combines charismatic heroes with unique powers, exhilarating action and beautifully detailed animations is now available on PC (Steam, EGS), Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.

The game is available at the price of 24,99 USD for the base edition on all platforms, and 29,99 USD for the Exalted Edition (includes an art book and the OST) on Steam, Epic Games Store, Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5.

Playable solo or with up to 2 friends locally, whether outdoors or at home, the game offers 29 unique characters to discover and rescue across whimsical levels inspired by childhood fantasies (Knights, Pirates, Mummies, and even Metal Unicorns!), Big Helmet Heroes brings a fresh twist to the 3D beat’em up genre. The game features a broad range of characters carefully created, each one with their own personality and superpowers, as you face off against evil forces using swords, axes, clubs, crossbows, electric fly swatters, and even laser guns!

Big Helmet Heroes offers an engaging yet accessible challenge for all audiences. Battle through waves of mischievous villains—including bosses— and, from time to time, even against your partner with an unfortunate push into a precipice! Exalted Studio has poured its heart into this chivalrous adventure to rescue the Princess (who may not be as helpless as she seems…).

KEY FEATURES

• Cutting-edge Animation: Immerse yourself in a game that pushes the boundaries of animation. Our state-of-the-art visuals breathe life into each hero and environment, making every battle spectacularly vivid.
• Dynamic Combat Styles: Harness the power of 4 distinct combat styles. use your surroundings to your advantage by wielding whimsical and funny weapons.
• Co-op Gameplay: Experience the joy of cooperative gameplay in local co-op mode. Tackle enemies together, strategize your next moves, or just enjoy the chaos of battling side by side with your friend.
• Expansive, Imaginative Worlds: Explore levels that push the boundaries of creativity, each more surprising and visually stunning than the last. The vibrant backdrops and intricate designs set the stage for unforgettable adventures.
• Unique Hero Powers: Unique Hero Powers: Each hero comes with their own special abilities that can demolish obstacles and enemies alike. These superpowers are not only unique but also visually explosive, adding an extra layer of excitement to your gameplay.

MEET OUR HEROES

• The Warrior, skilled with both sword and shield balances attack and defence masterfully, a true asset on the battlefield. Strategic use of the shield complements the swordsmanship.
• Meet the Brute, a formidable presence with a massive two-handed weapon. The slower pace is offset by powerful strikes that can decisively shift the course of the battle.
• The Rogue, a master of stealth and speed, wields twin daggers to silently take down enemies. Rapid, stealthy attacks inflict a deadly force before the foes are even aware of the danger.
• The Monk, in tune with nature, combines aerial agility with fluid movements. Wielding a deceivably simple staff to create a dance of destruction is as effective as it is beautiful.

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Montpellier, France – February 5th, 2025. Italian Independent developer Caracal Games and publisher Dear Villagers are proud to announce that pre-orders are now open for their eagerly anticipated indie sci-fi open-world action-adventure, Star Overdrive, launching on Nintendo Switch this April 10. All pre-orders placed before the game releases come with the Star Overdrive Pre-Order DLC, which includes 6 styles, 2 designs and 50 dyes for an even more stylish Hoverboard, as well as a 10% pre-order discount.

Traverse a broad alien world full of diverse biomes to reach a mysterious distress signal. Thanks to the help of their stylish Hoverboard and their powerful keytar, players will speed through colorful environments, reach hidden secrets and face challenging enemies.

The Star Overdrive base game is listed on the Nintendo eShop at $34,99, and the Deluxe Edition at $39,99 which includes the full game and more:

• 3 styles, 1 design and 50 dyes for the Hoverboard.
• Digital Comic written and drawn by the Caracal Games team, featuring a prequel chapter to the main Star Overdrive story.
• The digital Original Soundtrack to rock out to.

KEY FEATURES

• Hoverboard Navigation and Racing: Speed through vast landscapes, perform incredible tricks, and gain the edge in intense combat.
• Emergent Physics-Based Gameplay:Unleash and combine powers to battle enemies, bend the laws of physics, and solve intricate puzzles.
• Mysterious and Diverse Alien World:Journey through four uniquely distinct biomes, each brimming with challenges and secrets to uncover.
• Epic Battles Against Creatures of All Sizes:Engage with unique creatures, from small-scale rivals to towering bosses, each requiring strategy and skill to overcome.

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Paris, France – 31st of January, 2025 – Red Art Games is announcing that the Western version of MACROSS -Shooting Insight- will now release on February 7, 2025 in North America and Europe on Nintendo Switch, PS5 and PS4 digitally. MACROSS -Shooting Insight- is the latest video game adaptation of legendary anime franchise MACROSS and the very first MACROSS video game to get an official release on consoles in the West.

In addition to the game’s digital release, MACROSS -Shooting Insight-’s previously announced ESRB and PEGI-rated physical Nintendo Switch, PS5 and PS4 versions will be released later this year (with physical PS4 versions only coming out in Europe).

While the Shoot ‘em Up’s Standard Edition will be available from multiple retailers at launch in Europe and North America, MACROSS -Shooting Insight-’s two special editions are exclusive to Red Art Games’ official online store (PEGI-rated versions) and Video Games Plus (ESRB-rated versions). More information regarding the release date of the MACROSS -Shooting Insight- Collector’s Edition will be shared at a later date. MACROSS -Shooting Insight-’s European physical versions can be pre-ordered from Red Art Games’ official online store. Physical ESRB-rated copies can be pre-ordered from VGP’s online store.

MACROSS -Shooting Insight- is a Multi-Dimensional Shooting Game featuring multiple gameplay styles developed by renowned Japanese studio Kaminari Games (Raiden V Director’s Cut). It tells the story of a galaxy-threatening event that forces pilots and songstress from across multiple MACROSS dimensions to team-up to put an end to the madness. Follow Red Art Games on social media to stay up to date with MACROSS -Shooting Insight- news!

About MACROSS -Shooting Insight-

MACROSS -Shooting Insight- is an all-new MACROSS game, the latest entry in the landmark science fiction franchise! When multiple dimensional folds suddenly occur across space-time, pilots and songstresses alike find themselves inexplicably transported to the Battle 7! From there, five stories unfold with the fate of the galaxy at stake.

Pilots, songstresses, and characters from five MACROSS series (MACROSS Plus, MACROSS Zero, MACROSS 7, MACROSS Frontier & MACROSS Delta) take center stage in a completely original story. MACROSS -Shooting Insight- includes fan-favorite songs from all featured MACROSS series! Use the power of songs to gain an edge in battle! Synchronize with songstresses while playing stages to activate a variety of buffs and debuffs, such as increased firepower, increased maneuverability, reduced enemy fire speed, etc.

Experience a Multi-Dimensional Shooting Game featuring pilots and songstresses that have come together across time! Play as pilots from different time periods and go through stages made up of multiple scenes, with each scene featuring distinct game types that utilize the different modes of each pilot’s Valkyrie. Stages include multiple game styles, such as horizontally scrolling shooting, vertically scrolling shooting, and 360-degree scrolling shooting.

Features

• Brand new and original story

• Characters from 5 different MACROSS anime series

• Multiple gameplay styles in each level (horizontally scrolling shooting, vertically scrolling shooting, and 360-degree scrolling shooting)

• Fan-favorite songs from all featured MACROSS series

• Japanese dub

• English localization

MACROSS -Shooting Insight-’s Western version includes the game’s latest update on disc which offers the following improvements:

• Difficulty: A setting has been added in order to allow for more HP recovery through automatic recovery. A Boost setting has also been added to the current auto-recovery amount.  The player’s HP will now recover at a much faster rate after taking damage than it did in the original Japanese version of the game.

• Continues: After getting a “Game Over” in the middle of a stage, players can now restart from the same stage, even if they have returned to the menu. This allows players to try again as many times as they wish.

• Music: The length of Diva songs that are activated during gameplay has been adjusted. The length of time between the end of a Diva song and the return to the regular stage music has been adjusted.

• Quality of life: The game controls, which were displayed only once in the original version of MACROSS -Shooting Insight-, will now be displayed anytime the player pauses the game.

Source: PR Email