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Saint-Ouen, France, Milano, Italy, April 19 2023 – Just For Games and Bad Seed are pleased to announce today the release date of their crime investigation game Crime O’Clock!  Revealed during the latest Nintendo Indie World, the new puzzle exploration game Crime O’Clock will be available on June 30, 2023 on Nintendo Switch & PC.

The game will also get a retail release in Europe and in the United States for Nintendo Switch. Pre-orders are available today.

About Crime O’Clock:

ALERT! ALERT!

TIME SHIFT CONTINUUM IS AT RISK!

Prevent crimes before they happen! It’s Crime O’Clock!

Investigate cases through time and evolving maps by unveiling a multi-era linked story. Will you be observant enough to solve the mysteries? Crime waits for no one!

“Oh, another Where’s Waldo game?!?” Well, not really!!!

Time travel

As a time detective, your job is to travel through time and solve crimes that should never have happened!

Each map has multiple time markers to visit and use. They help you resolve different cases of hacking, murder, theft and more.

But a common thread of strange events is developing over the centuries…

An ever-changing map

Something or someone is trying to disturb time and it’s up to you to find out what is happening!

A HUGE zoom-able map for each era is the playing field for deductive thinking and the search for clues.

You must proceed with a deductive method in order to combine the missing pieces.

As you solve cases, the map changes and new adventures are unlocked.

EVE: Tools & help systems

As you can see, it’s a point-and-click game. The only skill you need is your fully functional brain to deconstruct crimes!

You won’t be alone in your job, though. EVE, an advanced AI, will help you by providing tools and guidance.

Using EVE’s system, you have new ways to find clues and evidence. Deductive sessions alternate with action and puzzle mechanics for a complete user experience.

During your adventure, EVE will upgrade its systems, unlocking new features…

Explore five different ages

You’ll explore five different ages during your investigations:

• The Steam Age, with automata, crazy inventions and gothic mysteries.
• The Atlantean Age, with its magic crystals and its peaceful, utopian civilization.
• The Information Age, based on the real-life city of Milan, Italy, the developers’ hometown.
• It features some of the most iconic buildings and landmarks such as Duomo di Milano, Castello Sforzesco, The Last Supper and many others.
• The Lost Age – the sands of time hide mysteries and technological marvels.
• The Aeon Age – bright lights, ruthless corporations and underground struggles – all hi-tech!

Best of luck detective, crime does not wait for justice!

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Paris, April 18th, 2023 – Microids is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated sequel of Hercule Poirot: The First Cases with the video game Agatha Christie – Hercule Poirot: The London Case. Developed by the award-winning Blazing Griffin studio, the team behind the first episode, for which they won the BAFTA Scotland’s Best Game Award in 2022, the detective adventure game is set to release on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S in summer 2023.

About Agatha Christie – Hercule Poirot: The London Case

In this new chapter for Hercule Poirot, players will experience an exciting, original story, true to the style and tone of Agatha Christie, in which they will be introduced to Arthur Hastings, Poirot’s beloved sidekick.

Together, they have been charged with the safe transport of a priceless work of art on its way to be displayed in London. However, the opening night will not go to plan… the detectives will be called upon to solve a brand-new mystery in the heart of London.

Agatha Christie – Hercule Poirot: The London Case will feature a compelling gameplay and will bring you in Hercule Poirot’s world. Explore the capital, search for clues, interview suspects and witnesses, and solve this all-new investigation.

Features:

• A brand-new mystery – Written by the award-winning team who bought you Agatha Christie – Hercule Poirot: The First Cases comes a gripping new adventure for Poirot with a whole new cast of characters to challenge the great detective.
• Witnesses and Suspect Interrogations – Solve mysteries and challenge suspects using the new match puzzle system to spot inconsistencies on the spot.
• Environment and Item Inspection – Explore all new environments and get up close with new first person inspection puzzles for a more cinematic view of the scenes.
• Mindmaps and Character Profiles – The game’s trademark mindmaps return allowing you to use Poirot’s famous little grey cells to build challenging mindmaps and then draw the correct links that can solve the case. The same now applies to the various suspects as Poirot gathers facts and information about each one to build detailed character profiles, key to solving the case and finding the true criminal among them.
• Enhanced Environments – More detail, weather effects and enhanced audio all provide more depth and life to each of the new isometric game scenes across London.
• Fully Voiced – The story comes to life with a fully voiced script in English, French and German

Agatha Christie – Hercule Poirot: The London Case will be available in summer 2023 on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S, in physical and digital editions.

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Saint-Ouen, France, April 18th 2023 – Just For Games is delighted to announce a new collaboration with the studio Little Sewing Machine for Chris Darril’s new project Bye Sweet Carole.

For his new project, the author of the Remothered horror series went for an art direction inspired by the greatest animation films. The stunning visuals will support the incredible adventures of the main character, Lana Benton, in her quest to uncover the truth about the mysterious Carole Simmons’ disappearance.

Bye Sweet Carole is planned for release in 2024 on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X and PC.

Curious players can already subscribe to the newsletter on the official Bye Sweet Carole’s website to be kept aware of upcoming communication about our title: https://www.justforgames.com/bye-sweet-carole/

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Paris, April 17, 2023 – Publisher Microids and studio Magic Pockets are pleased to announce the video game Dolphin Spirit: Ocean Mission, an educational adventure that will take players to the tropical island of Maupiroa, threatened by pollution and impending disaster. Together with their dolphin companion Keanu, players will explore Maupiroa’s seabed and meet its inhabitants, while helping a local environmental association to save the island and restore its abundant ecosystem. Maupiroa will have many other surprises in store for them, blending together folklore, traditions and fantasy. The game will be available September 28th 2023 on retail and digital versions for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 and on digital versions only fox Xbox One, Xbox Series and PC.

About Dolphin Spirit – Ocean Mission:

Your journey on Maupiroa will not be easy! However, you can count on your grandfather and the locals to help you in your quest to save the island from destruction. Embark on a fantastic adventure and immerse yourself in the heritage of your ancestors to unlock the secrets of the magical totems. Discover the hidden treasures of underwater life with your sidekick Keanu the dolphin. Take part in the conservation missions of the local association and take photos of the island’s wildlife to complete your codex. Marvel at the rich marine ecosystem and learn how to preserve it. Use your power to help the endangered marine life.

Game features:

• An original story filled with mystery and magic
• A fun way to learn about ecology with well-researched information
• A codex to complete to learn more about the different marine species
• Wild and colorful landscapes to explore

Microids and Magic Pockets have worked closely with experts from Cetasea, an association working to create an European network of marine mammal refuges, ensuring in game data accuracy. Players will discover the world of marine life while learning more about the importance of marine habitat conservation.

Dolphin Spirit – Ocean Mission will be available September 28th 2023 on retail and digital versions for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 and on digital versions only fox Xbox One, Xbox Series and PC.

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Hamburg, Germany – April 13th, 2023 –  Indie studio OneManOnMars Art & Games is offering players their first chance to go hands-on with the demo for story-driven, co-op action-adventure game Leif’s Adventure: Netherworld Hero, available now on Nintendo Switch before its full release in Summer 2023. The demo features approximately 1 – 2 hours of gameplay, 2 secret mid-level bosses which can be discovered and challenged, and can be played in both single-player and co-op mode.

In Leif’s Adventure: Netherworld Hero players will embark on the story of Leif and his sidekick Ghost as they combine their strength to overcome the evil of the Netherworld. Along the way, they’ll learn that pure strength is not always the answer to success, but the combination of unique abilities will help to overcome the evil sources of the Netherworld.

Combining deep action-adventure gameplay mechanics with a unique two-character system, Leif’s Adventure: Netherworld Hero allows players to use the abilities of Ghost and Leif as they work as a team to overcome obstacles. Swap between characters and utilise their different abilities and skills, such as using Leif for fighting, jumping, and running and Ghost for exploring areas, activating ghost objects, platforms, collectables, and stunning enemies.

Navigate through a hugely diverse world filled with adventure and explore six different levels. Defeat huge monsters and a variety of creatures, golems, and other deadly adversaries. Combine Ghost’s supernatural talents and Leif’s ability to jump, run, slide, crouch and climb up ropes to explore the deepest reaches of each level.

Equip Leif with a vast selection of weapons. Whether it’s a short sword, hammer, axe or spear, the range is huge. You can also collect all weapons dropped by enemies and use them against them. Pay attention to the elemental abilities of the weapons and armour as fire, ice and electricity have different advantages and disadvantages.

“Leif’s Adventure has been my heart’s project since I started planning it back in 2016,” said Roman Fuhrer, OneManOnMars Art & Games founder. “We can’t wait for players to dive into Leif’s Adventure in the demo for Nintendo Switch and look forward to the full launch this summer.”

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Indie publisher Ratalaika Games has joined forces with Brazil Indie developer, Gold Skull, Studios and today release their retro, compact, RPG survival title Ultra Pixel Survive on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Microsoft Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S and Nintendo Switch.

What’s it about?

Ultra Pixel Survive is best described as an action RPG survival game presented with pixel art together with various characters and unique abilities, along with a very pleasing story! Its simple presentation, intuitive menu system and interface are aimed to please both the experienced gamer as well as novice!

And………….

The goal of the game is to face monsters and bosses while trying to survive as long as possible by collecting resources and building tools and structures to defend oneself. Straight forward…..combining elements of action, RPG, and survival. Ultra Pixel Survive. offers a challenging and exciting experience for players seeking a new challenge.

Features:

• Real-time combat
• Hunger system
• Structure building
• Farming
• Boss battles
• Character evolution
• Characters with unique abilities and stats

Unpretentious & Unmissable!

Fact – 500,000 Android mobile downloads, aside from 100s of top marks

Fact – Now on console for gamers to play

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Indie publisher Hound Picked Games, together with talented US developer Katsu Entertainment LLC, is delighted to announce the release of Dogfight: A Sausage Bomber Story out now on all digital stores for the Xbox Series. PlayStation 4 (playable on PS5), Nintendo Switch and PC (Steam + Epic Games Store) today April 13th priced at $18 / €18.

Put simply its a shooter with action, a real challenge and packed with humor and loads of surprises! Boy does it look pretty!

Features:

• 4-player drop-in / drop-out cooperative play.
• Battle across nine distinct environments, each with its own enemy types.
• Play as different pilots with unique planes and abilities.
• Over 250 weapon combinations to choose.
• Hand-drawn sprites and painted backgrounds.
• Epic battles with over-the-top mega bosses.
• Built-in speedrun support.
• Original soundtrack by composer Dale North (Wizard of Legend, RWBY: Arrowfell, Dreamscaper).
• Created/developed by an experienced industry team.

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Stuttgart, Germany – April 13, 2023 – ININ Games is delighted to announce that Cannon Dancer, also known as Osman in the West, is AVAILABLE NOW both digitally and physically, on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 and 5, and digitally only on Xbox!

Cannon Dancer is an Action Jump & Run set in a dystopian late 21st century, in which the world is under the control of a single federal government. One day, Abdullah the Slaver appears, causing widespread terror and panic. This fear incites the abandonment of all economic activity and corruption in the government, which now undermines the foundations of society itself.

The player controls a Cannon Dancer called Kirin; a top-class agent in a mercenary unit known as “Teki”, and a highly skilled martial arts fighter. As he travels, he has to face not only Abdullah the Slaver and the government forces but also the other members of the Teki, who want him dead for personal reasons.

This new, faithfully ported version of Cannon Dancer can be played with in-game English language, or the original Japanese, with both being playable in standard & challenge mode.

To order this unique part of Japanese pop culture and arcade history, go to https://www.iningames.com/games/cannon-dancer-en!

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13 April 2023, Warsaw, Poland | QubicGames together with Crazy Labs have announced Dig Deep for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation and XBOX.

Dig Deep is a mining diamond tycoon where you must go underground and look after gold to become the wealthiest man on earth.

You’re not alone. If you don’t want to be stuck in the ground forever – you need to hire workers, and manage the whole mine by yourself. Dig Deep is not another lame simulator. It’s open, addictive, huge and easy to play.

Players can follow https://twitter.com/QubicGames to be updated about more details about the Dig Deep and other titles release.

Dig Deep on Nintendo Switch will include two additional DLCs in one product.

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Vienna, Austria, April 12th, 2023: THQ Nordic GmbH and Frozenbyte are ready to send players on a new adventure: The Trine series is back and coming to PC, PS4™, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo® Switch!

Trine 5:  A Clockwork Conspiracy will take Amadeus the Wizard, Zoya the Thief, and Pontius the Knight on their most action-packed journey in their fifth outing – and seems promising to become the best Trine game of the series! Puzzles will change difficulty according to the number of players, the game also offers a skill quest system, and new tactical multi-phase boss fights!

This 2.5D puzzle-platforming game full of adventures is set in a fantastical fairytale world, offering players twenty beautifully designed levels to explore. From glistening gemstone caverns to perilous underwater passageways – but be aware, the three Heroes are pitted against dastardly and duplicitous villains, who will stop at nothing to seize control of the kingdom. Whether by yourself or playing with up to three friends in online and local co-op, the Heroes of Trine must reunite to push back a fearsome Clockwork army and bring peace and justice to the land. The clock is ticking to save the world of Trine!

Trine 5 is developed by Frozenbyte in Helsinki, Finland and is coming to PC, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, Xbox One™, Xbox Series S/X™, and Nintendo Switch™.

About Trine 5: A Clockwork Conspiracy

Traverse breathtaking landscapes in Trine’s deepest and visually richest chapter to date, with an all-new cast of characters as a riveting story awaits with the heroes’ reputations tarnished, their friends and families in danger, and their enchanted powers at stake. Trine 5 will take Amadeus the Wizard, Zoya the Thief, and Pontius the Knight on their most action-packed journey yet!

• A beautiful 2.5D world with twenty gorgeous levels ready for players to explore!
• Local and online multiplayer — play with up to 4 players online or in local co-op.
• Puzzles with plenty of replayability and dynamic physics — encounter fire, air, light, magnets, electricity and more, with puzzles tailored both for solo and co-op play.
• Challenging combat — fight against the unstoppable Clockwork Knights and the cunning Rat Gang in engaging and tactical battles and try your wits and courage in formidable boss fights!
• Difficulty settings for combat, puzzles, and character resurrection — the game welcomes everyone’s own playstyle.
• Experience the mesmerizing soundtrack, with songs that capture the essence of each unique environment, as well as a voice cast of returning favourites and charming new additions

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