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Strictly Limited is excited to announce the upcoming physical release of Bread & Fred for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch!

In partnership with Atari and Strictly Limited, this fan-favorite co-op platformer is making its way to physical format, giving collectors and platforming fans the opportunity to add one of the most charming cooperative adventures of recent years to their shelves.

In this playful and challenging co-op platformer from Sand Castles Studio, players take control of two penguins tied together by a rope as they set out on the ultimate climb to the summit of a towering snowy mountain. Beneath its charming exterior lies a delightfully demanding challenge where every jump matters, every swing counts, and every hard-earned victory feels unforgettable. Whether playing side by side, online with a friend, or solo alongside a stone called Jeff, players will discover a unique platforming experience that rewards perseverance and skill.

This Limited Edition includes the complete Bread & Fred experience, featuring local and online co-op, the dedicated single-player mode with Jeff the Rock, Speedrun Mode for seasoned climbers, and the extensive Laboratory Update, adding new mechanics, fresh challenges, and hidden secrets to discover..

The physical release of Bread & Fred will be completed by the physical publishing experts at Strictly Limited as a Limited Edition for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5. It will be available through the Strictly Limited Store, the Atari Store, as well as select retail partners and online marketplaces worldwide.

​The Limited Edition will be available for €29.99 / $34.99, making it the perfect opportunity to add this charming co-op platforming adventure to your physical collection.

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Munich, GERMANY July 30^th, 2026 – The dark fantasy RPG, Verho – Curse of Faces, from developer Kasur Games and publisher CobraTekku Games, launches today on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch for €24.99. Verho – Curse of Faces transports players to the grim and hostile world of Yariv, where masks are the only way to escape certain death.

Behind every mask lies a distinct class, ranging from the powerful warrior to the agile duelist to the influential spellcaster. At the heart of the system is maximum creative freedom. Instead of sticking to fixed character classes, the game allows for class flexibility in nearly every conceivable direction. This lets you pursue your desired class vision regardless of your initial choice. The gameplay experience is characterized by diverse exploration and challenging combat.

Visually, the game is clearly inspired by the 32-bit era. Low-poly models and grainy textures capture the nostalgia of the PlayStation 1 era. These deliberately chosen technical limitations underscore the game’s dark atmosphere and give it a distinctive character.

Key Features

• Mysterious masks and an ominous curse – In a world where showing one’s face leads to certain death, the residents are forced to hide behind unique masks. The protagonist sets off for the land of Yariv to uncover the origins of the deadly curse.
• A sinister world and its inhabitants – In addition to the story of the curse, Yariv is full of NPCs who carry their unique circumstances and traumas. Behind a large number of characters lie further quests, mysterious challenges, and unique personalities.
• Build variety, melee fighters, and magical abilities – Verho – Curse of Faces offers a wide range of weapons, and spells that completely alter the gameplay. Players will experience combat in a brand new and unique way with every new playthrough.
• Dark Fantasy RPG in the spirit of King’s Field – Verho – Curse of Faces celebrates the dark fantasy RPG genre established by icons such as King’s Field. With authentic PS1-era retro graphics, Verho – Curse of Faces offers players neo-retro charm that appeals not only to children of the 90s.

You can find Verho – Curse of Faces on Steam for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.

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For fans of Elements Destiny, the highly anticipated 2D fantasy RPG is coming to PC, PlayStation 4, 5, XBOX One, Series S|X and Nintendo Switch and they have a reason to celebrate. The Release Window for the ambitious project has just been revealed in a newly released Trailer! As with previous games from Publisher Deck13 Spotlight, the pun must go on: Prepare for ***BER 2026!

The wait is officially over! Well, almost. Deck13 Spotlight and developer ShrooMoon are so excited to finally invite you to Solitas very soon. Later this year, on ***BER 2026 you will be able to join Erika, Lia, Maline and Karen in their fight against the evil Dark Foray and other powerful opponents. In tactical turn-based battles, you will have tons of powerful abilities at your disposal, vast and unique locations, and beautiful retro-inspired pixel graphics, with fresh and hand-drawn artworks for full immersion.

In Elements Destiny your journey starts in a small town which seems like a peaceful place that was once the site of unspeakable horrors and great sacrifice. You will play as Erika, a young huntress whose nightmares unexpectedly foreshadow great things to come. A stranger named Airic O’ Fory claims that only descendants of the Clans of Elements can stop demonic forces that are plotting in the shadows to strike back once again and conquer the Solitas. Are you really capable of saving the world from the powers that took your loved ones? Remember, you are not alone, others like you will accompany you to face all the challenges that lurk in Solitas.

Your Destiny Awaits!

As you carve your path deeper into the untamed world surrounding you, Erika, alongside her friends, will have to find cunning ways to emerge victorious from numerous challenges. Craft powerful weapons, become a skillful herbalist and master the unpredictable Elements to strike fear into the ranks of your opponents. Do whatever it takes to find the answers crucial for saving what you call home.

Elements Destiny is a love-letter to all those who cannot stop playing titles from the golden age of JRPGs, but are looking for a fresh and unique approach to them. A labour of love from the ShrooMoon team to deliver a one-of-a-kind JIGRPG, Japanese inspired German RPG, ​ with over 40 professional German voice actors that will breathe life into every single character you encounter. Immerse yourself in more than 100 different tracks. Enjoy the mechanics you know from your favourite retro JRPGs, but expect modern controls and QOL features that will let you enjoy Solitas conveniently.

Elements Destiny is a JRPG in the vein of classics such as Golden Sun 2. The content monster is finally nearing its completion to release on PlayStation 4, 5, Xbox One, Series X|S, Nintendo Switch and on PC via Steam and Good Old Games later this ***BER.

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TOKYO, Japan, July 9, 2026 ​ Bliss Brain today released the official 7-day countdown trailer for 70s-style Robot Anime Geppy-X, ahead of its worldwide launch on July 16 for PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Nintendo Switch™, Xbox Series X|S, Microsoft Store, PC Steam.

The new trailer celebrates the passion behind one of the PlayStation’s most unique cult classics and the fans who helped bring it back.

A Game That Went All In

Originally released in Japan in 1999, Geppy-X was unlike anything else of its era.

It featured more than 8,000 hand-drawn animation frames, an all-star Japanese voice cast including Akira Kamiya, Sho Hayami, Shuichi Ikeda, Ichiro Nagai, and Goro Naya, plus theme songs performed by legendary anime artists Isao Sasaki, Akira Kushida, and Hironobu Kageyama.

From dramatic eyecatches and fake TV commercials to next-episode previews and countless tributes to classic super robot anime, Geppy-X celebrrates its genre with unapologetic enthusiasm.

A Cult Classic Rediscovered

For many years, Geppy-X remained a title known only to a small circle of dedicated fans.

As gameplay footage, retrospectives, and fan discussions spread online, more players began discovering what made the game so special.

Many described it as “ahead of its time,” praising its remarkable production values, distinctive style, and obvious love for classic robot anime.

The countdown trailer is a tribute to that journey from an overlooked release to a cult classic, finding a new audience decades later.

A Message from Original Creator Akira Yamato

“We Never Wanted to Make It Smart.”

“Let me be completely honest. There was never any limit to our ambition.

When I wrote the original proposal and scenario for Geppy-X, I filled it with everything I loved, every idea, every reference, every dream I wanted to see in a robot anime. Then the rest of the development team took that passion even further. What began as one person’s vision became something much bigger than any of us had imagined.

Looking back, it wasn’t a smart way to make a game.

Geppy-X is excessive. Over-the-top. It goes too far. But sometimes that’s exactly what it takes to create something genuine.

Every parody, every homage, every seemingly unnecessary detail was created out of a deep love for the entertainment that shaped our childhood. They weren’t included simply as jokes or references; they were our way of preserving the spirit of an era we never wanted to forget.

When the game launched in 1999, its commercial performance was heartbreaking. For a long time, I couldn’t even bear to look at the development materials.

But Geppy-X never disappeared.

A small but incredibly passionate community kept discovering it, talking about it, and sharing it with others over the years. Because of those dedicated fans, this game survived long enough to reach a new generation.

“Today, I don’t believe Geppy-X belongs only to the people who made it. This new version exists because of everyone who believed it deserved another chance. From the bottom of my heart, thank you!”

​Akira Yamato

Original Scenario Writer & Planner

About 70s-style Robot Anime Geppy-X

70s-style Robot Anime Geppy-X is a remastered edition of the cult PlayStation title originally released exclusively in Japan in 1999.

Players experience an interactive robot anime complete with fully animated cutscenes, branching story routes, memorable characters, and fast-paced shooting action inspired by the golden age of Japanese super robot television.

The remaster features newly restored HD animation created from the original master materials, modern quality-of-life enhancements, and support for multiple languages, making the game available to players around the world for the first time.

Facts and Features

• 70’s-Style Robot Anime Geppy-X includes HD remastered animations digitized directly from the original Betacam tapes provided by the animation studio.
• Players will see and experience both the original and remastered versions of the animation and can switch between remastered and original movie versions.
• Base game is included, not as paid DLC.
• Experience the original production style, which used 8,000 hand-drawn animation cels across four CD-ROMs.
• Scenes in the original version were previously modified by the development team from the Betacam animation.
• The remastered version remains faithful to the original Betacam source.
• Explore and appreciate the unique details and creative touches in both versions.
• Geppy-X delivers fast-paced arcade-style side-scrolling shooter action. Switch between three combat types in real time.

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Munich, Germany, July 8^th, 2026 – The dark fantasy RPG from developer Kasur Games and publisher CobraTekku Games captivated many fans of the genre upon its release and inspired Steam users to give it very positive reviews. Starting July 30^th, console players can look forward to the dark world of Yariv, the life-threatening dungeons, and the unique masks and playstyles of Verho – Curse of Faces. Also included is a content update that brings new content and challenges players on all platforms. The game will be released on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch at the price of 24,99€/24,99$/20.99£.

In Verho – Curse of Faces, players take on the role of nameless protagonists exploring the hostile world of Yariv, where masks serve as essential protection and bearers of identity. Each mask represents a specific class, ranging from powerful melee fighters to agile duelists and mighty mages. The system offers maximum freedom: Instead of being bound by rigid constraints, flexible character development allows players to specialize in any direction they choose. Players can freely develop their individual class concepts at any time, regardless of their initial choice. The gameplay is characterized by a synergy of exploratory elements and combat challenges.

The visual presentation is inspired by the 32-bit era. Through the deliberate use of low-poly models and rough textures, the game captures the nostalgic PlayStation 1 aesthetic. These intentional technical limitations reinforce the game’s oppressive atmosphere and give it a unique identity.

Key Features

• Mysterious masks and an ominous curse – In a world where showing one’s face leads to certain death, the residents are forced to hide behind unique masks. The protagonist sets off for the land of Yariv to uncover the origins of the deadly curse.
• A sinister world and its inhabitants – In addition to the story of the curse, Yariv is full of NPCs who carry their unique circumstances and traumas. Behind a large number of characters lie further quests, mysterious challenges, and unique personalities.
• Build variety, melee fighters, and magical abilities – Verho – Curse of Faces offers a wide range of weapons, abilities, and spells that completely alter the gameplay. Players will experience combat in a brand new and unique way with every new playthrough.
• Dark Fantasy RPG in the spirit of King’s Field – Verho – Curse of Faces celebrates the dark fantasy RPG genre established by icons such as King’s Field. With authentic PS1-era retro graphics, Verho – Curse of Faces offers players neo-retro charm that appeals not only to children of the 90s.

You can find Verho – Curse of Faces here on Steam for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.

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