Not only is the world of Labyrinth of the Demon King uniquely cold, oppressive, and brutal – but it is also a meticulously crafted narrative experience that weaves together elements of classic dungeon crawler titles, action RPGs, and the survival horror genre. In this challenging first-person dungeon-crawler set in a mythical re-interpretation of feudal Japan, you’ll need every resource you can find to overcome the demons that block your path. Prepare yourself to enter into the ubiquitous labyrinth yourself on May 13th, when Labyrinth of the Demon King launches on Xbox Series S|X and Xbox One systems.
The world of Athens is weird, highly unusual, and filled with a host of surprises. Along the way, you’ll meet tons of friends (and foes!) as you navigate the world in your own unique way, you’ll decide how you want to interact not only with those you meet, but also the world itself. As the world shifts and you interact with denizens, you’ll begin to flesh out your very own rhapsody. You can meet 16 potential party members, all with tons of depth – the very world will change depending on who you have in your party when. Plus, every single enemy can be fought or befriended! You’ll also find smaller friends and foes to commune with, and find tons of unlockable outfits to deck yourself and your party out with.
The world of Labyrinth of the Demon King is brought to life (so to speak, anyway) through its unique “retro-grim” art style. The game’s dark, foreboding world takes inspiration from authentic Japanese folklore and tradition; the developer spent extensive time in Japan studying architecture and history. Inspired by a mixture of mythologized feudal history and supernatural folklore, the setting of Labyrinth is as gorgeous as it is brutal. Venture through sprawling castles, idyllic teahouses, dilapidated bath houses and more as you make your way towards the Demon King himself.
As a foot soldier of your former Lord, you must be not only well trained in the art of combat, but on your toes at all times for possible threats Labyrinth of the Demon King features brutal, challenging combat that emphasizes patience, strategy, and diligence. As you explore the labyrinth, you’ll come across a slew of weapons, including an axe, naginata, bow, and more – on top of your trusty katana, of course. Face off against the numerous Yokai of ancient myth that roam the earth, and put your skills to the test. You’ll need to study the moves of each monster you come across. Be assured however, that any victory – no matter how small – is an accomplishment.
As the name suggests, the Demon King’s Labyrinth is complex, confusing, and full of twisted nooks and crannies full of monsters, treasure, traps, and sometimes…friends? As you adventure through the Labyrinth, carefully managing your resources, you’ll come across a handful of other denizens; some trekking throughout the lands like yourself and others with more…cautious goals and morals. Be careful who you trust – it could affect your fate!
Developed by J.R. Hudepohl with co-development help, porting assistance for Xbox, and publishing by Top Hat Studios, Labyrinth of the Demon King lands on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One May 13.
Test yourself with Post Trauma’s challenging puzzles from today.
Immersive terrifying new landscape, built by old school horror fans.
Full, stellar voice acting with Togo Igawa, Autumn Ivy, and Hyoie O’Grady.
After three years of development, Post Trauma is now available on Xbox Series X|S.
While it’s finally time to visit The Gloom, the question is can players find their way back out?
When playing Post Trauma, you will need to keep the old school classics like Resident Evil and Silent Hill in mind. In addition to the fixed camera angles and top down, third person views, your enemies are a fearsome bunch, and the puzzles are pretty fiendish too.
The developer, Roberto Serra of Red Soul Games has focused on atmosphere and story-telling to drive Post Trauma forward, and as part artist, part programmer, has used fixed-camera angles to showcase the game’s striking cinematic sequences.
From the very beginning, having a pen and paper next to your controller will prove to be just as useful as arming Roman with a crowbar or shotgun. Studying the environment carefully is going to be essential to progress, from the opening moments where looking at unusual highlights on old subway maps reveals clues to a padlock combination to carefully reading through documents to discover critical information.
The game’s puzzles have purposefully been designed to be a challenge and the aim is to fill you with a sense of reward when you solve them. Just like the classics it’s inspired by, Red Soul Games have opted to build tension through storytelling while maintaining an authentic feeling 90s style survival horror experience.
You will also need to think on their feet in heart-pounding confrontations that will test Roman’s willpower and endurance. Rather than opt for the traditionally athletic super cop in this setting, Roman is just an average man, who doesn’t really know how to fight and gets tired if he runs for too long. As a character, Roman is better equipped for escape-room style situations, but with that comes its own unique set of challenges for you.
Not every encounter needs to be fought and won, though. Sometimes it’s in Roman’s best interests to run for safety and use radios in conveniently placed ‘Save Rooms’ scattered around The Gloom. Opting not to use these rooms could lead to Roman’s eventual downfall, though, and potentially put him right back at the beginning of a challenging encounter he only just scraped through.
In the trailers, you’ve caught a glimpse of the horrors that lie in wait in this twisted reality. Enemies such as the affectionately known ‘Potato Head’ are definitely not a friendly bunch, nor are more traditionally named enemies like ‘Henry’.
Fortunately for Roman, he will not be alone. Finding unlikely allies in the face of grave danger could make all the difference as to whether he stays trapped in The Gloom forever or finds a way home. You might even find yourself stepping into their shoes from time to time.
Bringing these characters to life is an all-star voice acting cast. Having previously worked withRaw Furyon Wolfstride, this time Togo Igawa voices Roman, a retired train driver who is unsure of where he is or how he got there, bravely attempting to piece together the mysteries of The Gloom.
Alongside him is Autumn Ivy, who plays the enigmatic ‘Jill’, and Hyoie O’Grady who delivers a chilling performance as Carlos.
And rounding out the cast is an unnannounced actor who plays an undisclosed role in the game. This person has a deep connection to the horror community and plays a character that hasn’t been featured in any of the trailers or screenshots to date. We’ll keep this a surprise for you for now, but the best way to find out more is to play Post Trauma!
With an emotionally charged soundtrack from the extremely talented Nicolas Gasparini (Myuu) and an unpredictable world that feels ominously real, built from the ground up by Roberto Serra and Red Soul Games in Unreal Engine 5, Post Trauma continually builds tension rather than simply opting for jump scares.
Post Trauma started out as a solo developer project but a small team has grown over course of development, from a 2D artist to a writer, animator and audio designer, all in the name of making the game better and providing players with a truly memorable experience.
On behalf of the developer, Red Soul Games and all of Raw Fury, thanks for all of the support since the initial reveal at The Game Awards! Post Trauma is finally here and the world of horror will never be quite the same again!
Post Trauma is a modern interpretation of genre-defining survival horror classics. As you venture deeper into the unknown, you’ll strive to solve the mysteries of your unfamiliar surroundings, hoping to discover hidden truths while trying to stay alive.
Players will explore a terrifying, twisted reality that constantly unsettles as its story shifts and unravels.
Fight or Flight?
In Post Trauma, players control Roman (Togo Igawa), a tormented train conductor who awakes to find himself in a surreal dimension following a terrible panic attack. Faced with horrifying architecture and nightmarish abominations, Roman can choose to defend himself with an array of weapons or try to find the path of least resistance.
A new world of horror that pays homage to the greats
Inspired by key staples of the Survival Horror genre, Post Trauma blends fixed camera angles with stunning visuals through Unreal Engine 5 to create a truly unsettling, yet familiar horror experience. But just when you think you have the answers, this hellscape changes the questions as you enter the unknown to face your greatest fears.
Can you find a way home?
To survive this cruel world, you must piece together an ongoing mystery across several, seemingly unrelated settings. Deducing your environments to find unlikely hints and discovering precious tools in unexpected places will help you make continued progress.
As you find clues and solve puzzles, you’ll gradually learn more about where you are and how you can escape, using a delicate mix of patience and cunning to stay alive. And maybe a pad and paper too.
Built and enriched by world-class talent
Featuring a fully voice acted cast (Togo Igawa, Autumn Ivy, Hyoie O’Grady) and a captivating, ambient audioscape, elevated by a hypnotic score from Nicolas Gasparini (Myuu), Post Trauma has been crafted to be a homage to beloved franchises and a new merging of playstyles. The intent is to create a truly special, unforgettable horror experience fuelled by pure passion and incredible talent.
Spring Blooms in Monster Hunter Wilds with the First Seasonal Festival!
Head to the Grand Hub in Monster Hunter Wilds and celebrate with your fellow hunters in the game’s inaugural seasonal festival – the Festival of Accord: Blossomdance – taking place starting today, April 22, to May 6!
In the recently added Grand Hub introduced in Free Title Update 1, you’ll find members of the Grand Hub dressed in spring themed attire, and the entire area decorated to match the season. Collect tickets to obtain special gear, take on limited time Event Quests, and enjoy the spring season to it’s fullest with hunters from around the world.
Join the Festival of Accord: Blossomdance from April 22, 2025, 5pm PT – May 6, 2025, 4:59pm PT (schedule subject to change). Be sure to update to the latest version of the game and reach Hunter Rank 16 or higher in the main story to access the Grand Hub.
Spring Has Arrived in the Grand Hub!
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Bask in the splendor of the Grand Hub, themed with special décor to ring in the blossoming of spring. Songs performed by the illustrious Diva will change to match the seasonal event. You’ll also be able to order special meals at the Grand Hub using new vouchers, which are obtainable in-game through various ways, such as receiving your daily login bonus!
Forge Special Seasonal Event Armor!
New special equipment can be forged using tickets earned during the seasonal event! Obtain your login bonus each day and participate in special limited time Event Quests to earn them and craft these special themed armor sets!
Login Each Day to Receive Bonuses!
Throughout the entirety of the event, you’ll be able to receive daily special login bonuses to forge a variety of equipment and order special meals.
Use the special tickets to forge the free Sakuratide α series hunter armor, and the Felyne Papier-Mâché α series Palico armor.
During the seasonal event, certain quests will now reward tickets and Blossom Barrel Bombs if you have the Sakuratide α series hunter armor equipped! Take advantage of the armor’s special skill to gather those tickets and Blossom Barrel Bombs!
Regular login bonuses are also increased during the seasonal event! Each time you login, you’ll receive 2 Lucky Vouchers and 3 Barrel Bowling Vouchers. Special tickets and items will also be available through a Daily Limited Bounty, and the Provisions Stockpile will be holding a sale throughout the event!
The large barrel bomb in Barrel Bowling has a special seasonal design!
Let loose an explosion of fluttering cherry blossoms with the Blossom Barrel Bomb, available as a login bonus and through other activities!
Those who receive the login bonus during the event period will also receive the following limited contents:
Get special Seikret decorations to change the look and feel of your Seikret!
Get special Nameplates, Backgrounds, Poses, and Titles to use in your Hunter Profile!
Bring the spring season to the hunt by customizing your pop-up camp with special items!
Express yourself with new free gestures!
New pendants and additional music (BGM) will also be available!
New and Returning Event Quests!
During the seasonal event, most of the previously released event quests will be returning, in addition to new limited-time event quests. Take on these Event Quests during the seasonal event!
Event Quest: “Daughters of Carabosse”
Gather special materials to obtain equipment Blossom α series and Palico equipment Felyne Butterfly α!
Locale: Wounded Hollow
Condition: HR 16 or higher
Completion Conditions: Hunt 2 Lala Barina
Event Quest: “That Won’t Work on Me!”
Gather special materials and obtain headgear like Sealed Eyepatch α as well as an outfit for Alma (Note: Game progression required to customize Alma’s outfit).
Locale: Ruins of Wyveria
Conditions: HR 31 or higher
Completion Conditions: Hunt the Tempered Xu Wu
With the materials available in this event quest, Shadow Shades α and Round Glasses α can be forged, in addition to Sealed Eyepatch α head armor!
Once the Shadow Shades α and Round Glasses α are forged, they can also be used to give Alma a stylish new look!
Visit the official Monster Hunter Wilds website to see the latest event quest schedule. The period of quests is subject to change without notice. This content may return after the event period.
Check Out Alma’s New Outfit for Free During the Event!
During the seasonal event, Alma will wear a special new outfit – the Spring Blossom Kimono! After the event ends, the outfit can be obtained as paid DLC as part of the Blossomdance DLC Pack, or as an individual item.
The Blossomdance DLC Pack will be available when the event starts and includes a variety of cosmetic items such as Seikret decorations and pendants, in addition to Alma’s costume. Please note: it may take some time for the contents to be reflected in the store.
Learn more about the lineup of DLC on the official website.
The unbridled force of nature runs wild and relentless, with environments transforming drastically from one moment to the next.
This is a story of monsters and humans and their struggles to live in harmony in a world of duality.
Fulfill your duty as a Hunter by tracking and defeating powerful monsters and forging strong new weapons and armor from the materials you harvest from your hunt as you uncover the connection between the people of the Forbidden Lands and the locales they inhabit.
The ultimate hunting experience awaits you in Monster Hunter Wilds.
Story
A few years past, a young boy named Nata was rescued at the border of the Forbidden Lands, an unexplored region the guild has yet to survey.
After hearing the boy’s tale of his lone escape from a mysterious monster that attacked his village, the Guild organized an expedition into the Forbidden Lands to investigate.
A Living World
Environments within the Forbidden Lands can drastically change as the weather shifts constantly and suddenly. During the harsh Fallow and perilous Inclemency periods, ravenous monsters will venture out to hunt in packs, yet during the Plenty periods, wildlife is rich and abundant.
Monsters
The monsters who inhabit these environments have been forced to adapt to the dynamic changes that occur, using their unique characteristics to survive and thrive.
Hunting
As the world around them changes, so must the hunters and their tactics. Not only will hunters have a multitude of weapons and armor to choose from, but the art of the hunt itself has evolved as hunters learn to anticipate monsters’ behavior and familiarize themselves with their environment.
Characters
From hunting partners to fellow expedition members, you’ll encounter plenty of those who will support you on your journey.
An interview with GungHo America’s Senior Graphic Designer about the nostalgic logo, how it played into the new one, and the package design.
An in-depth look at the logo history of Lunar Remastered Collection.
To celebrate the release of Lunar Remastered Collection, out today for Xbox One (compatible with Xbox Series X|S), I sat down with our Senior Graphic Designer, Amy Nguyen, and talked to her about how this remaster’s logo came to be. I asked her about her inspirations, her design process, and more!
Hi Amy! Thank you for taking the time to chat with me. Can you tell us about your artistic background and some notable projects you’ve taken on while at GungHo?
Hello! I’ve had the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects, from designing the assets for one of our title’s national tournaments to collaborations with world-renowned IPs. The recent port of Grandia on consoles in 2024 was my first big project as the creative lead.
What was your initial reaction when you were asked to design the logo?
When I was presented with this project, I was excited and a little bit nervous about working on the Lunar logo, as it plays a key role in representing the game’s brand identity. I began with a few different variations, and once I had a clearer idea of where I wanted to take the logo, it then became a cycle of receiving feedback and applying that feedback until we landed on the final design.
Regarding your design process and how this version ended up becoming the official logo, did you consider the original logos when designing the new one?
I always start off by conducting some preliminary research. Since we are releasing a remaster, I wanted the main logo design to reflect the brand image of Lunar that longtime players have held dear to their hearts. Using that as my foundation, I brainstormed and sketched out as many ideas as I could think of. I went through several variations of the logo, from slight tweaks to large changes. In the end, we decided to move forward with the above logo as the final design; the iconic red of Lunar with the inner shine, paired with new gold accents as a nod to the remastered qualities of the games.
The logo went through quite a few iterations before the final one was decided. Where did you draw inspiration from when designing each version?
My primary focus was on maintaining the nostalgic shape language and color of the original “Lunar” text, as well as incorporating the fact that it is a remaster. We made most of the sketch variations to test out various design directions to narrow down what we liked and didn’t like. For example, variations two and three focused on color, mixing the red from Lunar: Silver Star Story with the blue from Lunar 2: Eternal Blue. Variations six through eleven and 17-18 focused on different accents, specifically the dragon sword and the ribbon from Lunar 2: Eternal Blue‘s Sega CD logo, along with visual elements from the games, such as a blue star. Finally, 12-16 tested out different shape languages for the font, from adding dragon accents to exaggerating the arcs and lengths of some letters. Eventually, a mix of one and five became what is now the official logo!
Are there any details on the final logo design that you’d like to highlight?
I personally love the extended tail in the ‘R’ of “Remastered,” which reflects the original Lunar logo’s ‘R’. For selected letters in “Remastered Collection,” such as the R, E, and N, I exaggerated the serifs a little more to refine the shape language and make it more interesting.
Original Lunar artist, Toshiyuki Kubooka, contributed two new key visuals to remaster. What were your impressions and how did they inform your design process for the packaging?
I was dazzled by the detail that Mr. Kubooka put into the composition of the overall key visual for each game. It was a refreshing twist to previous Lunar art to see a darker background with a collaged composition. As for the front packaging, the layout was simple to complete, since the original key visual almost perfectly fit within the cover. There were only a few areas with slight placement changes, just to ensure everything was within the safety zone.
Flipping over to the back cover, I understand you had a little more freedom with its design. What was your thought process in the assets you chose and the layout?
One of the first things I knew I wanted to do was add some of the pixel sprites onto the back cover because pixel graphics have a nostalgic charm and portray a lot of personality in each character despite the limited canvas size. To pair with the sprites, I added some screenshots to show a general overview of what the game content looks like. Design-wise, I made sure to tie in elements of the “Remastered” part of the logo, such as the gold coloring and the font, to keep everything on-brand. For the background, I wanted to make the sections distinct enough to showcase the two different games while maintaining the unified feeling of it being a collection, so I added a gradient transition. With all of the assets and composition in mind, this was the final layout I ended up on.
What is your favorite aspect of the package design?
The opportunity to work with Mr. Kubooka under his art direction, along with the collaboration that designing the package fostered for each section. I worked on the design and visual aesthetic of the overall package but had a lot of support from GungHo’s Marketing and Production teams, and from original developer Game Arts as well. Overall, this package design is a culmination of everyone’s hard work that came together to make something that I hope you will all enjoy!
Dive into the enchanting worlds of LUNAR: Silver Star Story Complete and LUNAR 2: Eternal Blue Complete, two beloved JRPGs that have captured the hearts of gamers for generations.
LUNAR: Silver Star Story introduces Alex, an aspiring Dragonmaster who bands together with his friends to combat the perilous emergence of the Magic Emperor and stop him from taking over the world.
LUNAR 2: Eternal Blue picks up a thousand years later, and follows Hiro and his friends as they set out in search of the Goddess Althena alongside an enigmatic girl named Lucia. On this grand quest, fend off enemies like Borgan and White Knight Leo, who hunt down the group to eradicate what they deem to be the “Destroyer of Lunar.”
This definitive remastered edition features enhanced graphics, audio, and quality-of-life improvements that will satiate that hunger for 90s nostalgia–better than you remember! Embark on these two adventures with updated language support, now available in English, Japanese, French, and German.
Welcome to Next Week on Xbox! In this weekly feature we cover all the games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, and Game Pass! Get more details on these upcoming games below and click their profiles for further info (release dates subject to change). Let’s jump in!
After 26 years, Fatal Fury is back! Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves features a unique art style that stimulates the senses, an innovative REV system that supercharges the excitement, plus a host of other battle systems even more robust than before. The game also breathes new life into the series by introducing two distinct control schemes as well as other fresh features and elements. Pre-order now to play from April 21 – full release date is April 24.
Steel Seed is a stealth-action adventure set in a dark sci-fi world on the brink of extinction. Play as Zoe and her drone Koby as they explore a hostile underground facility. Uncover secrets, survive dangers, search for answers, and humanity’s last hope.
Post Trauma is a modern interpretation of genre-defining survival horror classics. As you venture deeper into the unknown, you’ll strive to solve the mysteries of your unfamiliar surroundings, hoping to discover hidden truths while trying to stay alive. Players will explore a terrifying, twisted reality that constantly unsettles as its story shifts and unravels.
Rediscover Game Night with the magic of Sunderfolk, a shared turn-based tactical RPG adventure where your mobile device becomes the controller. Built with a couch co-op experience in mind, up to four players adventure through the magical and dangerous Sunderlands.
Welcome to Once Upon a Puppet, a 2.5D puzzle-platformer that unfolds within a vibrant world of theater. Take part in a magical tale that combines classic platforming with puppet-inspired gameplay, in a captivating story of friendship, self-discovery, and redemption. Unwittingly bound together by spool and thread, Drev and Nieve reluctantly embark on a quest to reclaim their place in the theater, against a heartbroken King.
Oppidum is a survival adventure driven by its story, for 1 to 4 players. The fate of a marvelous world depends on you. Will you live up to the challenge? Explore the land of Insule, discover every resource it has to offer and collect it to craft your equipment in classic survival-crafting fashion.
Embark on a festive journey as the vikings prepare for Yule! Amidst enchanting festivities, the Viking siblings discover Odin has lost control over the threads of fate, prompting a mysterious journey throughout the famous realms of the nine worlds. It is up to you to help the vikings confront mystical challenges, unveil the truth of their surroundings and rediscover the lost Rune of Balance.
Golden Rails: Valuable Package Collector’s Edition
An exciting new adventure in the world of mail delivery! After being chased by bandits and losing some valuable packages, postman Philip turns to his new friends, Jack and Jill, for help in delivering all the remaining packages to their rightful owners.
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery / Xbox Play Anywhere
Master the hex grid as you puzzle through colorfully chill stages, clearing lines and strategically using tools to assist! Put your brain to the test across dozens of unique challenges in Hegzis, a chill hex-grid puzzle game presented in colorful 2D style! Select a stage from Serene Beach, Whispering Forest and more, then progress through multiple levels in each world.
In a world of mysterious mazes, every move could mean the difference between glory and defeat. With limited moves, you must carefully plan each step to reach the jewel before time runs out. But beware! The path is filled with deadly dangers—sharp spikes, tricky arrows, and strategic teleporters that can either be your salvation or your downfall.
Run your own restaurant and prepare the most iconic Japanese dishes and traditional drinks. Take orders, prepare meals, decorate your restaurant and develop your cooking skills each day.
Game Pass / Optimized forXbox Series X|S / Xbox Play Anywhere
Play day one with Game Pass. A ground-breaking turn-based RPG with unique real-time mechanics, making battles more immersive and addictive than ever. Explore a fantasy world inspired by Belle Époque France in which you battle devastating enemies. Purchase the Deluxe Edition or Deluxe Edition Upgrade for bonus cosmetics.
First released in 1999, Amerzone is a legend in the adventure game genre. This remake naturally pays tribute to the original game, but also offers a totally new experience of it. As a young journalist, you’ve been entrusted with a crucial mission: to cross the globe and reach the heart of a mysterious, faraway land. Your goal is to bring back the last egg of the mythical “Great White Birds” – will you manage to discover the sinister secret hidden behind the mystery?
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery / Xbox Play Anywhere
An HD voxel top-down shooting game set in the 1990s. After a sudden invasion of unknown creatures, Annie is separated from her fiancé and embarks on a perilous journey to find him. Grab your weapon and fight through relentless waves of monsters in a world overrun by the infected. Experience intense and action-packed shooting gameplay!
A massive open world RPG bursting with dungeon-crawling adventure. The game has been lovingly re-created based on the original 9th Dawn game released in 2012 … which spawned the 9th Dawn series you know and love! Play in single-player mode, or with a friend with Online or Local co-op modes! Experience a vast world filled with huge new dungeons, hordes of monsters, and ridiculous amounts of loot!
Deep within the bowels of a shadowy research facility, Anita, a girl birthed from experimental procedures, is implanted with the sentient nanomechanical entity known as ‘Apostle’. Working together with her nanite allies Anita must defeat a series of dangerous prototype bio-weapons as she searches for a way to break free from her nightmarish prison.
Deep Deep Deep Nightmare is a 2D Top Down Shooter. A little boy didn’t listen to his mother’s warnings that eating too much at night would cause nightmares. Now, he must face hordes of monsters and defeat the nightmare bosses to escape.
Jump into Paper Dash – Las Vegas, where your paper plane takes flight through the dazzling lights and vibrant nights of the city that never sleeps. Fly, glide, dash, scare away ghosts, and enjoy a peaceful journey, facing the ghosts of greed in exciting, relaxing, and jaw-dropping environments.
Pacify, weaken and capture supernatural monsters in this fun co-op horror. You just signed on with Paranormal Activity Helpers Incorporated. Yeah, sounds corny, but the pay is great. They say you won’t ever be in any real danger, and they have tons of work right now. Start helping today!
It’s been ten years since the pandemic began. Long-established settlements are collapsing, one after another, for unknown reasons. As another refugee, you’re here to carve out a new life for yourself by any means necessary. You can recruit other survivors by making them like you, or respect you, or fear you. You’ll need to keep them fed, keep them warm, and build a settlement to keep them safe from zombies, looters, and whatever else is out there. Use negotiation, friendship, violence, stealth or trickery to achieve your objectives.
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery / Xbox Play Anywhere
Take control of the last remaining fighter in the war against the Empire. In this classic vertical-scroll shoot ’em up, you must break through enemy squadrons and destroy the fleet’s command to turn the tide of battle.
A quirky combination of roguelite and city builder mixed into one! Sitting atop a vast network of mystical caves is your little gnome village. Send out your team of gnomes on rogue-lite runs to bring back resources so you can expand your tiny kingdom. As you grow your village, you’ll unlock new abilities, uncover new biomes, and take on bizarre creatures and extraordinary vegetation lurking underground.
Two years have passed since the events of The Fairy’s Song, and Marnie has been happily living together with her adorable girlfriend, Lisbeth. Marnie is worried about her grandmother, Iris, who lives in the small, scenic village of Fenchapel. Soon events take a turn for the complicated when they run into a familiar face in Iris’s garden. Edmund, the vengeful knight, has returned seemingly from beyond the grave to deliver a grim and alarming message.
A fast-paced shoot ’em up game where you pilot a powerful ship through vibrant levels, collect upgrades to enhance your firepower, and take on epic boss battles. Immerse yourself in beautiful pixel art graphics and an energetic soundtrack.
Let’s pop & move the ball and paint – you’ve got to color and paint your way across the Amaze maze puzzles. Amaze gets harder as you play. Painting the maze puzzles sounds easy, but you have to be super strategic to color and fill every square. Let’s pop this maze with color!
Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a gloomy medieval dark fantasy and try to find all the gnomes. Meet various characters on your way and try to figure out what happened to this damned world that you yourself (in fact, we) created.
Hello, I’m Eser Kaya, I’m part of the Ubik Studios team developing Leila. I’d like to tell you a little bit about the world of Leila that you’ll be diving into.
Leila puts you inside the mind of a middle-aged woman and lets you wander there. You are allowed to enter her mind and you travel through her past experiences on her way to becoming the person she is today.
So what is in the past? The same things that everybody has: Regrets, mistakes, traumas, what ifs… The bad things leave more traces and when we look back at them, we see that they have shaped us, brought us to the present. As we experience Leila’s life story, we try to unravel the mystery of all this baggage, to get to the bottom of it. And we do this with the help of creative puzzles built into the game. We used traditional animation techniques to produce all the end-of-episode cinematics, and through the production of these we had the chance to see how intensive this work is. Every one of them is like a short film, giving the player clues about Leila’s past and functioning as a complement to the story.
Leila wanders through her memories with the help of a technological device that her daughter gave her as a gift. While doing so, she tries to get to know herself better, to establish a cause and effect relationship of her actions, and ultimately to see what exactly makes her who she is. The player becomes Leila as she listens to her inner voice and identifies themself with Leila, often looking at the world from her point of view. As you move back and forth between the decades, you also get a glimpse of the aesthetics or trends of the time. Thus the game strikes a balance between the nostalgia of the past and the promise of the future.
Leila was designed to be a powerful example of the female gaze, which we feel is sorely lacking in games. By looking at life from a woman’s perspective, it adds a new layer to the experience. By taking a close look at the untold, often ignored stories of women, she shows a practice of healing, shaking up and standing up that applies to everyone.
We put a lot of effort in for our first game Leila for about two years. Now it’s time to take it out to the world and present it to people and make it a part of them. We hope that Leilacan show a path of healing for everyone who experiences it.
“Normally I’d dig a hole in me and then fall into it, But this time I decided that instead of falling in, I would willingly go in. Here I am, drifting on the shores of my life.”
Play as Leila and traverse through all phases of her life, uncovering her pivotal life moments. By unraveling puzzles imbued with the fragments of her narrative, you’ll comprehend the motives behind Leila’s life decisions. As you delve deeper into her psyche and her emotional landscape, you’ll discover facets of your own self mirrored in the life journey of this seemingly ordinary woman.
Step into journey through the layers of Leila, a captivating, story-driven adventure that comes alive with charming narration and stunning artwork. Every frame is a masterpiece, handcrafted with detailed traditional animation, and each moment is accentuated with an evocative original soundtrack.
Embark on Leila’s journey as she grapples with the complexities of love, trust, and the shadows of her past. Navigate thought-provoking puzzles that challenge and engage, deepening the immersion in her tale.
Master the Art of Combat in Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree
Nathan WhincupContent Lead, Global Player Communications, Knights Peak
Summary
Whether you favor brute strength or devastating magic, learn how to best slay monsters in Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree, coming to Xbox Series X|S and PC today.
This epic dark fantasy action-RPG comes with many combat options – learn about all the systems at your disposal below.
The type of damage your Inquisitor inflicts can give you an edge in battle, or inflict special Status Effects on foes. You can also craft, obtain new Gear, and progress through Talent Trees to power your quest.
Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree is an epic dark fantasy action-RPG coming to Xbox Series X|S today. It features brutal Soulslike combat, a sprawling, interconnected world, and a sinister story campaign coming in at over 40 hours.
To survive in this world, your approach to combat is everything – and thankfully you have a lot of options at your disposal. Your combat strategy in Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree can be shaped by everything from the Class you choose, to the type of damage you inflict, the Status Effects that ensue, and your approach to Talent Tree progression and crafting.
Battles can be brutal, Inquisitor. It would serve you well to brush up on the various systems at play before you descend into the darkness of Faelduum. Are you ready?
Class Is Now In Session
There are six classes to master in Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree. Starting your journey, you’ll choose from the Vanguard, Flameweaver, Spellbinder, Nightshade, Wyldwarden, and Vindicator. Each comes with its own pros and cons, while your choice of weapon, special abilities, and active skills can also influence your playstyle. Let’s take a closer look at each of them:
The Vanguard is a melee specialist and the perfect choice for those who want to wield mighty swords to face the unspeakable horrors of the night.
If you rely more on cunning and wiles, the Spellbinder is the Class for you. Wield power over pure chaotic energies to vanquish your enemies.
Fancy taking on the power of the elements? Become a Flameweaver, renowned for their mastery over fire and their skill in wielding one-handed weapons.
If dark and mysterious is more your bag, choose the Nightshade Class, and become a stealthy assassin, specializing in swift eliminations with poison and dual-wield daggers.
You can also choose the Wyldwarden Class, the ideal choice for those who feel a unique bond to natural forces and want to wield them to defeat their foes.
Finally, the Vindicator Class is a perfect pick for those who wish to command celestial energies to deliver swift judgment upon their enemies.
Status Symbols
Your Weapons, Active Skills, and Talents can deal different types of damage that may also inflict corresponding Status Effects.
Physical damage is the meat and potatoes of a melee build like the Vanguard. A surgical strike can inflict the Bleed Status on foes, making them more susceptible to damage. If you’ve laced your blade, Poison Status will ruthlessly drain an enemy’s health over time.
This world is also brimming with elemental forces, and there are six types of Magic at play. Astral saps the power of light to attack enemies, and you can inflict the Lightbrand Status to take enemies’ strength to fuel your fury. Chaos can cause enemies to sustain the Weakness Status, slowing them down and leaving them open to more pain. Predictably, Fire can inflict the Burn Status to damage foes over time.
And it’s not all about damage. Tap into the raw power of nature to deal Wyld damage and lock enemies in place with the Root Status. If you want to send shivers down monsters’ spines, use Frost to inflict the Chill Status, freezing them solid for a short while. Certain enemies might even attack with Void magic, a power drawn from the parallel realm of Entropy.
Climb the Talent Trees
The Talent Tree is your roadmap to power. While gear like swords and armor offer an immediate boon to strength, the Talent Tree gives you long-term, customizable power through carefully chosen abilities. Earn Talent Points by leveling up or visiting Offering Shrines. Each Class in Mandragora has its own unique Tree—will you master them all?
Starting Nodes unlock a core ability for each class, like the Vanguard’s ability to wield Tower Shields. Focus on aggressive builds to get powerful Bleed effects, develop new defensive strategies with your shield, or find ways to restore your Health and Adrenaline with every enemy you dispatch.
If you want to push your build even further, you can combine Talents from different Classes. For example, blend the Vanguard’s raw strength with the Flameweaver’s speed to yield a hybrid build that shreds enemies with Bleed and lightning-fast strikes.
Crafty Caravans
Your journey is dangerous, but you don’t have to face it alone. Skilled Artisans who travel with your Caravan can craft powerful gear, consumables, and enchantments to aid you in battle. There are seven Artisan Vendors throughout Faelduum, each a master of their craft. Whether it’s weapons, armor, potions, or runes, everything you need to survive can be forged, brewed, or prepared at your Caravan.
Some Artisans may cultivate their own resources, such as rare herbs that you can use to make potions and weapon oils. You might even be lucky enough to enjoy a stat-boosting meal with the Cook. And for all the lore fans out there, be sure to visit the brave Explorer to piece together map fragments and read detailed Bestiary entries on the creatures you’ve slain.
Crafting with Artisans will level them up and help you unlock stronger gear. Always check out your Artisans’ wares before setting out on a quest!
Gear Up, Inquisitor
Your Inquisitor is yours to develop and customize as you see fit. Power them up with Talents, Active Skills, and Gear. And speaking of Gear, there are over 350 items to find, earn, and craft in Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree.
Equip Weapons, Armor, Rings, and Consumables, and switch between two Weapon sets to find your ideal loadout. Whether you wield a Greatsword or Dual Daggers, your approach can shape your playstyle and journey through Faelduum.
Your Armor is a crucial piece of the puzzle, too. It not only reduces incoming physical damage, but can grant additional attribute bonuses to health, defense, resistance, and more. Every piece also has a unique Weight and Poise, with more Poise making it harder to stagger you in combat, and Weight contributing to your overall carry capacity.
Whether you craft it, loot it from enemies, or find it lying around on your travels, keep an eye out for new Gear to fuel your quest. You can also enchant and enhance your weapons and armor with one of your Artisans—Rhys the Occultist.
This just scratches the surface of how deep combat can be tailored to your whims – start your journey with Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree or play the demo and prepare to face the horrors of Entropy!
Slay your way in Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree, a dark fantasy action RPG. Battle monsters across an expansive story featuring 40+ hours of gameplay, craft powerful upgrades for your weapons and gear, and explore the secrets of this vast, ruined world.
DEFY YOUR FATE
You are an Inquisitor. As evil seeps into Faelduum through tears in reality, defy your purpose and embark on a path that leads to this world’s unraveling fate. From the towering majesty of Crimson City, through festering darkness, and into the horrors of Entropy… what will you become at journey’s end?
MASTER SOULSLIKE COMBAT
Choose from six unique Classes and wield blades and magic to master your craft in brutal battles. Dodge, parry, and strike with perfect timing to hunt vicious creatures and nightmarish bosses.
SUCCUMB TO A DARK FANTASY WORLD
Fall into a sinister, branching tale written by Brian Mitsoda and hauntingly soundtracked by Christos Antoniou (Septicflesh) and the FILMharmonic Orchestra Prague. 75 unique locations await your discovery across this vast, interconnected world.
SLAY YOUR WAY
Create your Inquisitor and develop them through six Talent Trees. Hundreds of skill and combat upgrades are available, and you can also craft powerful weapons and gear to define your playstyle, die less, and deal death faster.
New to action RPG or Soulslike games? Tune the difficulty to your skill level in the settings. For Soulslike experts, more challenges await in New Game Plus!
Xbox April Update: Buy Games with the Xbox App on Mobile, Stream Your Own Game on Console, and More
Dean ShimabukuroSr. Product Marketing Manager, Xbox Services Marketing
This month brings a variety of exciting updates across our gaming platforms, including easy and convenient purchasing within the Xbox app on mobile, the ability to stream your own game on Xbox consoles, recommended ways to free up storage space, and more. Read on below for more information on these features and others coming soon to your favorite devices.
Xbox App on Mobile
Buy games, Join Game Pass, and Redeem Perks Directly from the Xbox app
We’re excited to announce that one of the most requested features from the Xbox community is coming to the Xbox app. Players will soon be able to buy games and add-on content, join Game Pass, and redeem Perks directly from the Xbox app on mobile. Be ready to play on day one by pre-ordering games like Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 and then set it to pre-install on Xbox consoles from the app. Buy games like Assassin’s Creed Shadows and MLB The Show 25. Players will also be able to join Game Pass directly from the Xbox app. Ultimate members can redeem Perks like the Sea of Thieves Seventh Serving Emote directly from the app.
This experience will start to roll out to beta users on iOS and Android and will be available soon for everyone on the Google Play Store on Android devices and the Apple Store.
If players already have a saved form of payment, the Xbox app will display a Buy button on game detail pages, allowing them to purchase games and add-on content with just two clicks.
Xbox Consoles
Stream Your Own Game – Now on Xbox Consoles
Starting today, Game Pass Ultimate members can now stream select games they own in addition to the Game Pass catalog on their Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles. This will broaden the previously announced devices from November, that includes Samsung Smart TVs, Amazon Fire TV devices, Meta Quest headsets as well as other browser supported devices like PCs, smart phones and tablets. Members can save time and hard drive space and play their games immediately without needing to download and install them first.
To start streaming from an Xbox console, go to My games & apps > Full library > Owned Games.
Cloud playable games will display a cloud badge on the game page.
Use filters to find games more quickly. Choose Filter > Ready to play > Cloud gaming.
To start playing, select the game and then choose Play with Cloud Gaming.
Start streaming directly from the Store app after buying select cloud playable games.
Stream Your Own Game – Over 100+ Games
We’re continuing to add more games to the Stream your own game collection for Xbox Cloud Gaming (Beta). Game Pass Ultimate members can stream from a library of over 100+ cloud playable games on supported devices.
Recently added:
Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed
Kill It With Fire
LEGO Marvel Superheroes
Lost Records: Bloom & Rage Tape 2
Monster Jam Showdown
Squirrel with a Gun
Subnautica 2
Wanderstop
Coming soon:
Agatha Christie Murder on the Orient Express
Amerzone: The Explorer’s Legacy
Barton Lynch Pro Surfing
Bratz Flaunt your fashion
Construction Simulator
Empire of the Ants
Mandragora
PAW Patrol Grand Prix
Paw Patrol World
Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Ultimate
Predator: Hunting Grounds
SpiderHeck
Starship Troopers: Extermination
Steep
Teardown
The Game of Life 2
Undisputed
Way of the Hunter
Wizard of Legend II
Check out the full list of cloud-playable games available to stream on supported devices here. For more information, learn more here.
Access Xbox Remote Play From More Devices
Players can now play any game installed on their console by visiting xbox.com/remoteplay on any device with a supported web browser. While access to Xbox remote play will no longer be available directly from the Xbox app on mobile, players will still be able to play from their mobile device’s browsers.
In addition to streaming from the web, players will soon be able to access Xbox remote play on more devices, including supported Samsung Smart TVs, Amazon Fire TV devices, and Meta Quest headsets.
By unifying Xbox remote play and Xbox Cloud Gaming on Xbox.com, we’re able to support more devices, open access to the store on the Xbox app on mobile, and make it easier for our teams to optimize the streaming experience and build new features going forward.
As a bonus, starting this month, backward compatible games from the original Xbox and Xbox 360 will be streamable via remote play across all supported devices.
Free Up Space in My Games & Apps
With today’s update, we are introducing a new and improved way to free up storage space on all Xbox consoles. In addition to displaying unused add-ons and shrinkable games, we will now include recommendations for removing duplicate copies of games and games that players no longer have access to. Try out this feature by heading to My Games & Apps > Manage > Free up space.
Game Hubs
New game hubs on Xbox consoles have arrived. Game hubs include relevant information about the game selected, such as player stats, achievements, friends currently playing the game, recent captures, available add-ons, events, and more.
For a subset of players, game hubs will appear whenever a player selects a game from their recently played games or installed games lists. The default focus in game hubs is always on the Play button, so players can jump right into the action with a quick double-tap from the game tile to start playing.
A new setting has been introduced that allows players to launch games directly, instead of through game hubs has also been added. To activate it go to the personalization settings or to My games & apps > Manage > Games & apps.
In Case You Missed It
Xbox Consoles – South of Midnight Dynamic Background
South of Midnight introduced a new dynamic background for Xbox Series X|S consoles, allowing fans to customize their consoles to match this exciting new game.
To learn how to customize your Xbox Series X|S console by choosing a dynamic background, visit the Xbox Support page.
Help Shape the Future of Xbox
Stay tuned to Xbox Wire for future updates and the latest and greatest Xbox news. For support related to Xbox updates, visit the official Xbox Support site.
We love hearing from the community, whether you have a suggestion for a new feature that you’d like to see added, or you want to give feedback on existing features that could use some improvement. We’re always looking for ways to improve Xbox experiences for players around the world. If you’d like to help create the future of Xbox and get early access to new features, join the Xbox Insider Programtoday by downloading the Xbox Insider Hub for Xbox Series X|S & Xbox Oneor Windows PC.
This collection celebrates DOOM and the latest chapter in the franchise’s storied history. From the runes adorning each piece, to specific homages like the matte green armor and the Mark of the Slayer, every detail in this collection has been thoughtfully selected to capture the essence of the DOOM universe.
If you’re going to be the Slayer, you better look the part – gear up with the Limited Edition Xbox Wireless Controller in battle-worn green and silver. Crowned with 3D silver helmet spikes at the top and silver-plated sheathing on the two sides, this controller was forged for a demon-slaying super weapon. With additional touches like a rubberized, leather-like grip, a red thumbstick to match the chest port, and blood splatter resulting from your Shield Saw, every detail is crafted with the DOOM fan in mind.
The Xbox Wireless Controller – DOOM: The Dark Ages Limited Edition also includes the DOOM Slayer Executioner Skin DLC for DOOM: The Dark Ages (game sold separately) so you can jump right into the action adorned with the skin’s deep red and green metallic luster.
For those looking to take their game to the next level, look no further than the DOOM: The Dark Ages Limited Edition Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2. Our most advanced controller lets you become a living super weapon. The bold Mark of the Slayer serves as the focal point at the center of the controller, while the transparent red top case—infused with ember-like flakes—evokes the feeling of gazing into the fiery depths of Hell.
Fans who demand precision in battle can fine-tune their settings through the Xbox Accessories App, adjust features like shorter hair trigger locks, adjustable-tension thumbsticks, and swap in interchangeable components. With additional paddles, thumbsticks, and a carrying case included, you have endless ways to customize your Elite controller to fit your playstyle.
Finally, Xbox Series X owners can customize their console even further with the DOOM: The Dark Ages Limited Edition console wrap. Transform your console into an omen of DOOM, featuring dark, towering rock shattered by the bright red Mark of the Slayer. On the inside, unspeakable inscriptions and symbols from the deepest levels of Hell are etched into the design, sealed away by the wrap’s easy-to-install Velcro strap – no tools or adhesives required.
Whether you own the Xbox Series X with a disc drive or the All-Digital version, the wrap works seamlessly, thanks to a removable disc cover. Crafted with solid panels and a high-tech fabric exterior, this wrap delivers a precision fit and premium finish for your Xbox Series X.
The Xbox Wireless Controller – DOOM: The Dark Ages Limited Edition is available now for $79.99 USD ERP exclusively at the Microsoft Store – for a limited time only. Grab yours early at the Microsoft Store or check later with other local retailers before they’re gone.
