Lost Legions © Tarock Interactive Funding Federal Funding Goes to Tarock Interactive und Blue Backpack Two studios have received funding from the German Federal Government's Video Game Funding Programme. This time, the two Berlin-based studios Tarock Interactive and Blue Backpack are being supported. By Marcel Kleffmann • 5 min read
Opening panel during the comeback of Womenize! as an onsite event 2024 © Susanne Müller Events Topics and Speakers at Womenize! 2026 Topics to be covered at Womenize! on 3 June 2026 will include career transitions, community management, imposter syndrome, LiveOps, queerness in gaming, voice acting and indie game launches. By Marcel Kleffmann • 2 min read
Xsolla expands its community management tools © Xsolla Products Xsolla Expands Its Community Management Tools Xsolla has announced three simultaneous expansions to its community management tools and products for creators, community leaders and distinct channels for emerging markets By Marcel Kleffmann • 1 min read
Nitro Gen Omega © Destinybit Products Nitro Gen Omega A tactical role-playing game featuring mech battles animated in the style of 2000s anime and created in Italy? That's Nitro Genesis Omega from Destinybit, which really stands out thanks to its combat system. By Marcel Kleffmann • 4 min read
Road to Esports Nations Cup 2026 © Esports Foundation Esports Road to Esports Nations Cup 2026 The road to the first Esports Nations Cup in 2026 is approaching several major milestones, including roster announcements, ranking cutoffs and online qualifiers. These provide multiple pathways to representation at the ENC. By Marcel Kleffmann • 2 min read
Forza Horizon 6 © Xbox Game Studios Business G+ Weekly Steam Charts: Forza Overtakes the Competition, While Warhammer Surges This week, Forza Horizon 6 took the top spot in the Steam charts. Lego Batman, Paralives, DRG Rogue Core and 007 also made it into the top ten, while the popularity of the Warhammer games was boosted by the Warhammer Skulls event. By Marcel Kleffmann • 3 min read
Pioneers of Pagonia - Meadowsong © Envision Entertainment Products Pioneers of Pagonia - Meadowsong Released Today sees the release of Meadowsong, the first of three expansions for Pioneers of Pagonia from Envision Entertainment. The base game is also receiving a free expansion, introducing the Brewery. By Marcel Kleffmann • 3 min read
Nintendo is also showcasing the recently released Yoshi and the Mysterious Book at DoKomi. © Nintendo Events Nintendo to Attend DoKomi 2026 At the Anime and Japan Expo in Düsseldorf, Nintendo will be showcasing the latest Switch 2 games, as well as interactive experiences featuring Pictonico! and Pikmin Bloom. By Marcel Kleffmann • 1 min read
GGJ jammer working on art © Global Game Jam Business Global Game Jam Announces Microgrant Pilot Program Global Game Jam has announced a new initiative that will connect aspiring developers with independent game studios by offering them paid micro-projects in areas such as art, audio and QA. By Marcel Kleffmann • 1 min read
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Songs of the Past © CD Projekt Red Products The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Is Getting a Third Expansion Over ten years since the release of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, CD Projekt Red is set to release a third expansion for its role-playing game. Songs of the Past is scheduled for release in 2027. By Marcel Kleffmann • 1 min read
Events Schedule for Devgamm Gdansk 2026 Continues to Fill Up While Nordic Game is currently taking place, the next industry event, DevGAMM Gdańsk 2026, is already on the horizon. More speakers are also joining the line-up. By Marcel Kleffmann • 1 min read
Directive 8020 © Supermassive Games Products Directive 8020 Although "The Dark Pictures Anthology" is not mentioned in the main title, Supermassive Games' Directive 8020 is an interactive narrative film with decision-making elements, this time inspired by Alien and The Thing. However, it also breaks new ground. By Marcel Kleffmann • 5 min read
