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Geek Vibes Nation
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Vibes Nation
Maximum Apocalypse: The Video Game Demo Now Available
Mega Cat Studios and Rock Manor Games are thrilled to announce that the demo for Maximum Apocalypse: The Video Game is now available for players to experience. This exciting demo offers a hands-on opportunity to dive into the first three chapters of the video game adaptation of Mike Gnade's critically acclaimed tabletop roguelike. Players will fight for survival against relentless hordes of zombies invading the city in this thrilling, post-apocalyptic adventure. The demo provides a taste of the intense survival gameplay that has made Maximum Apocalypse a hit among tabletop fans, now reimagined as a dynamic video game experience. New Gameplay Overview Released In addition to the demo, Mega Cat Studios and Rock Manor Games have released a comprehensive, hour-long gameplay overview video. This video guides players through the fundamentals of surviving in the Maximum Apocalypse universe while offering insights into the game's journey from its tabletop roots to its upcoming release on Steam. Join the Apocalypse Geek Vibes Nation readers, now is your chance to jump into the action! The demo is available now, and preview keys are also up for grabs for those eager to explore the game further. Additionally, interview opportunities with the game's creator, Mike Gnade, are available for those interested in learning more about the development process and the vision behind this adaptation. For preview keys or to schedule an interview, please contact the Mega Cat Studios and Rock Manor Games team. Don't miss out on this opportunity to experience Maximum Apocalypse: The Video Game and share your thoughts with the Geek Vibes Nation community! Stay tuned for more updates as the game approaches its full release on Steam! PITTSBURGH, PA — February 25, 2025 — Pittsburgh-based publisher and developer Mega Cat Studios and indie game studio Rock Manor Games are thrilled to announce that the highly anticipated Steam Next Fest demo for Maximum Apocalypse: The Video Game is now live, offering players a chance to experience the tense survival action of this roguelike adventure, now available to wishlist on Steam. To celebrate the demo's launch, Rock Manor Games has released a new gameplay overview video featuring the game's creator, Mike Gnade, along with Mega Cat Studios' Associate Producer and Visual Identity Lead T.J. Tague, showcasing an exclusive hour-long gameplay session that dives deep into the development process and the challenges of adapting the hit tabletop game into an engaging digital experience.
Miami Herald
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
Ember and Blade Demands Blood in Free Steam Demo Starting July 17
LINE Games is unleashing a brutal taste of its upcoming action roguelite, Ember and Blade, with a free playable demo launching on Steam this Thursday, July 17. Over two hours of relentless demon-slaying awaits those brave enough to take on the role of Fenrix Haven: a former human now bound by immortality to hunt the infernal horde. Demo features: Horde vs. Hunter: Dive into non-stop combat against waves of demons and challenging soulslike Builds: Unlock randomized angelic blessings and field buffs to craft your own sword-and-magic The demo includes full gamepad support-ideal for seamless run-and-gun action. Following this demo, Ember and Blade will return during Steam Next Fest in autumn, offering a vertical slice build with new progression mechanics, boss encounters, and community features. A Steam Early Access launch is scheduled for Q4 2025, and the full game aims for a global release in 2026 on Steam Deck, with console builds under consideration. The demo delivers a first glimpse of Ember and Blade's adrenaline-fueled world: razor-sharp combat, strategic build crafting, and rogue-like depth wrapped in vivid, hand-painted visuals. It's a promising blend of hack-and-slash thrill and survival-horde pacing that veterans of the genre won't want to miss. Copyright The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Miami Herald
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
ARHAEKON Emerges from Early Access - Full Release Now Live
After a rigorous journey through Early Access, Predict Edumedia has officially launched the full version of ARHAEKON, a grim dark fantasy roguelike dungeon-crawler, now available on Steam and the Epic Games Store . You play as the last Arhaekon, resurrected by a desperate priest to stop the Prospherisors-sinister entities that corrupt and devour humanity. The final release greatly expands on the Early Access foundation, introducing deadly new foes like Archmage Elarion, the Matriarch Principia, Grand Inquisitor Tanius, and the fiery warlord Lord Daelorian-each presenting unique mechanics to challenge even the most experienced tactician. Key Features in the Full Release: Massive world map featuring 14 procedurally generated regions, each with distinct environments and threatsDeep turn-based tactics, commanding a party of up to 12 units across four classes, emphasizing synergy, positioning, and resource managementThe Corruption System, which tests your resolve as units risk succumbing mentally and spiritually to enemy influenceHigh-stakes decision-making, from medical wards to cleansing corrupted units, crafting essentials sparingly, and navigating permadeathCamp-building & crafting, where you rebuild a fortress of hope-craft equipment, research lore, and manage refugee survivorsEpic boss encounters and lore-rich progression woven through branching map paths and strategic resource choices Drawing inspiration from Darkest Dungeon, Warhammer 40K, and classic tactical RPGs, ARHAEKON delivers a harrowing journey where every decision can tip the balance between salvation and utter annihilation . Since its Early Access debut in June 2024, the game has received positive praise for its punishing difficulty, atmospheric storytelling, and strategic depth. The full release now completes that vision-delivering a haunting, fully realized journey into darkness and defiance. Copyright The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Miami Herald
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
‘The Front' Unleashes Massive Update With Full Vehicle Assembly System
The Front, the chaotic post-apocalyptic war sandbox currently in Early Access on Steam, has just rolled out its most ambitious upgrade yet: a complete Vehicle Assembly System that lets players design, build, and deploy custom war-rigs directly from a modular workbench. Players can now craft their dream combat vehicles using over 40 parts-including chassis, engines, weapons, armor, and utilities like batteries, gas cans, or storage crates. Each component directly impacts performance metrics like speed, firepower, durability, and electrical usage. Built-in constraints-such as weight limits, power draw, and mounting compatibility-ensure every creation remains balanced and strategic. Once configured, these war machines are immediately ready for battlefield deployment. A new gameplay trailer puts this creation-in-combat process on full display. To accompany this system, the update introduces seven Black Sun Obelisks, specialized high-difficulty zones packed with terrain challenges, bosses, and twisted "Vehicle Monster" enemies. These zones reinforce a refined gameplay loop: challenge → loot → build → dominate. Lore-minded players also get a boost: the enigmatic "Black Sun Project" receives deeper narrative exploration through new areas and data logs. Technical improvements-such as optimized terrain streaming, enhanced AI and combat animations, and smoother UI-round out the update. To celebrate the launch, The Front is offering a 20% discount on Steam from July 14 to July 28. Copyright The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Miami Herald
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
Reclaim the Sea Sets Sail on Steam with 20% Launch Discount
After years of meticulous development, indie studio 1 Last Game Studio today released their debut title, Reclaim the Sea, on Steam for PC. To celebrate, the game is available at 20% off until July 24-just US $9.59. In a vibrant pirate-fantasy world transformed by floods, Reclaim the Sea blends roguelike strategy, tactical naval battles, and narrative-driven decision-making. Players helm a rebel crew aboard a customizable steampunk ship. Tasks include ordering cannon fire, repairing hull breaches, extinguishing fires, and activating mystical Arcane Towers-all while navigating treacherous, procedurally generated maps across ten unique zones with dynamic weather and environmental hazards. Combat encounters feature enemy ships from varied factions, each with distinct loadouts and behaviors. Decisions during random text events can alter alliances or chart new paths, offering both strategic depth and storytelling surprises. Between runs, you can permanently upgrade your vessel-adding new weapons, systems, and powerful figureheads to craft thousands of possible ship builds. Accessibility is a priority: the game supports mouse-only play, includes an active pause feature, and offers colorblind-friendly cues. It's fully localized in English, French, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese, with international publishing support from Indienova. From a one-person indie effort, Reclaim the Sea brings back the charm of titles like FTL but on the open ocean, with immersive visuals, strategic combat, and memorable narrative moments. Its depth and approachability suggest broad appeal-from strategy fans to newcomers seeking a fresh roguelike with heart. The limited-time discount is an excellent invitation to dive into its flood-ravaged world. Copyright The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved
