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HomeRun PR @homerunpr.bsky.social · 5d

Skill meets blockchain! Sbarter’s new protocol ensures fair gameplay, verified results & instant rewards — a game changer for devs & players alike. #Sbarter
Full story @gamesbeat.bsky.social gamesbeat.com/sbarter-laun...

Sbarter launches skill-based gaming protocol, enhancing gameplay and publisher revenue

Sbarter, a Zurich-based non-profit, has unveiled what it calls the world’s first compliant protocol for skill-based gaming.

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HomeRun PR @homerunpr.bsky.social · 9d

The sea is calling.

Tomorrow, October 7, Seafarer: The Ship Sim begins its voyage in Early Access — a journey of skill, weather, and the open horizon. @pcgamesn.com #astragonEntertainment

Learn more: www.pcgamesn.com/seafarer/rel...

We've finally got a new ship simulation game, and it launches tomorrow

Seafarer The Ship Sim launches in early access tomorrow, bringing realistic shipping logistics and ocean emergencies to a PC near you.

www.pcgamesn.com

HomeRun PR @homerunpr.bsky.social · 9d

The first gameplay trailer for Ranger’s Path: National Park Simulator is out — and it’s pure nature therapy.

@gamerant.bsky.social #astragonEntertainment

Watch it now: gamerant.com/rangers-path...

Ranger’s Path: National Park Simulator Shares Cozy Gameplay [EXCLUSIVE]

Game Rant shares an exclusive new look at Ranger's Path, showcasing some cozy-looking gameplay from the upcoming national park simulator.

gamerant.com

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HomeRun PR @homerunpr.bsky.social · 14d

Creators are already exploring the seas of Seafarer: The Ship Sim ahead of launch! Early Access begins Oct 7, 2025 — and yes, we can provide Steam keys if you want to create content.
#astragon_games Check out at TmarTn Gameplay video www.youtube.com/watch?v=CTY3...

Seafarer Ship Simulator - Part 1 - The Beginning

YouTube video by TmarTn2

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HomeRun PR @homerunpr.bsky.social · 21d

Brazil’s games sector is on the rise. @gamesmarkt.biz speaks with Patricia Sato (Brazil Games) & Rodrigo Terra (@abragames.bsky.social )about resilience, exports & a global outlook. www.gamesmarket.global/en/personali...

Interview: "Brazil has Shown Remarkable Resilience and Adaptability"

Home to gamescom latam, massively growing as a production location and as a market and just recently equipped with a new legal framework for games: We interviewed Patricia Sato from Brazil Games and R...

www.gamesmarket.global

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HomeRun PR @homerunpr.bsky.social · 28d

@gamerant.bsky.social drops an exclusive look at Concierge, a surreal horror game blending mystery and dreamlike dread. @kodinoartes.bsky.social Watch the launch trailer here gamerant.com/concierge-su...

Genre-Bending Horror Game Concierge Reveals $500 Bounty Ahead of Launch [EXCLUSIVE]

Game Rant can share another exclusive look at Concierge, a peculiar horror game with genre-bending challenges and a $500 bounty.

gamerant.com

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HomeRun PR @homerunpr.bsky.social · Aug 27

@gamewatcher.com calls Concierge a cryptic, wordless & beautifully strange indie puzzle adventure. From @kodinoartes.bsky.social out Sep 17. Press can grab keys via @homerunpr.bsky.social. 👉 www.gamewatcher.com/previews/Con...

Concierge Hands-On Preview | GameWatcher

Concierge is a decidedly niche game that's made for point-and-click-adventure fans who prefer a slower burn of a story laden with plenty of weirdness and cryptic elements.

www.gamewatcher.com

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HomeRun PR @homerunpr.bsky.social · Aug 26

Space Adventure Cobra: The Awakening fires off nostalgia like a psychogun shot — pulp sci-fi chaos, cheeky style, and anime cutscenes that channel the cult classic. @microidsoff.bsky.social @get2sammyb.bsky.social @pushsquare.com
🔗 www.pushsquare.com/reviews/ps5/...

Review: Space Adventure Cobra: The Awakening (PS5) - Nostalgic Space Romp Fires on Almost All Cylinders

Smokin' hot psychogun

www.pushsquare.com

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HomeRun PR @homerunpr.bsky.social · Aug 25

Step back into Benoît Sokal’s masterpiece—Syberia Remastered drops Nov 6 (PS5, Xbox, PC) & Nov 13 (Meta Quest 3). @microidsoff.bsky.social @slybowser.bsky.social @wccftech.com.web.brid.gy
Trailer here: wccftech.com/syberia-rema...

Syberia Remastered Launches on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and Meta Quest 3 this November

Microids has announced a release date for Syberia Remastered, which will arrive on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series this November.

wccftech.com

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HomeRun PR @homerunpr.bsky.social · Aug 20

Get your inner Poirot ready. Death on the Nile unveils a slick gameplay trailer loaded with tailing suspects, mind-palace puzzles, and interrogations.
Pre-orders are live. Your detective era begins now @microidsoff.bsky.social Check it out via @pcgamesn.com www.pcgamesn.com/death-on-the...

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HomeRun PR @homerunpr.bsky.social · Aug 13

Storms, trade, and open waters. Seafarer: The Ship Sim drops anchor in Early Access Oct 7, 2025 for PC via Steam & Epic. #AstragonEntertainment @ign.com Trailer ahoy: www.ign.com/videos/seafa...

Seafarer: The Ship Sim - Official Early Access Release Date Trailer - IGN

Don't miss the Early Access Release Date Trailer for Seafarer: The Ship Sim, a ship management simulation game developed by Astragon. Players will take on a variety of unique missions across vario...

www.ign.com

HomeRun PR @homerunpr.bsky.social · Aug 13

Chop, climb, conquer—Hack ’n’ Stack hits Steam & Switch in Q2 2026. First public hands-on? Gamescom 2025. #tripleboris @bleedingcool.com Trailer’s here: bleedingcool.com/games/hack-n...

Hack ’n’ Stack Drops New Trailer Ahead Of Gamescom 2025

The new party tower defense game Hack ’n’ Stack has released a brand-new trailer as the game will be headed to Gamescom 2025

bleedingcool.com

HomeRun PR @homerunpr.bsky.social · Aug 8

🌲 Step into the wild! Ranger’s Path: National Park Simulator hits Early Access soon on Steam & Epic. Watch the announcement trailer and start planning your park adventures! @ign.com #Astragon #Simulation 🎥🐻 www.ign.com/videos/range...

Ranger's Path: National Park Simulator - Official Announcement Trailer - IGN

Don't miss the Announcement Trailer for Ranger's Path: National Park Simulator, an upcoming national park management game developed by GRIP Studios. Players will embody the role and responsibi...

www.ign.com

HomeRun PR @homerunpr.bsky.social · Aug 7

You’re not lost. You’ve arrived.
The surreal horror-puzzle game Concierge launches Sept 17 on Steam. Gameplay trailer just dropped. Twisted, eerie, unforgettable. @kodinoartes.bsky.social ‬ @bloody-disgusting.com Watch it now: bloody-disgusting.com/video-games/...

Surreal Horror Puzzle Title ‘Concierge’ Launches September 17 on Steam [Trailer]

Brazilian developer KODINO and publisher Digital Tribe Games will welcome players to a genre-bending surreal adventure next month when their game Concierge launches September 17 on Steam. Accompanying...

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HomeRun PR @homerunpr.bsky.social · Jul 24

Start your engines and your appetite! 🍝 The first gameplay trailer for Garfield Kart 2 – All You Can Drift is here. Lasagna, chaos & drifts await!
Out Sept 10 on Switch, PS5, Xbox Series & PC.
@microidsoff.bsky.social @screenrant.bsky.social
screenrant.com/garfield-kar...

Garfield Kart 2_ComicCon_CP_NA

Garfield Kart 2 – All You Can Drift is back with a brand-new trailer! You’ve been waiting for it... Behold the glorious return of the most legendary orange cat! New trailer is available hereAssets a...

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HomeRun PR @homerunpr.bsky.social · Jul 18

Even Christie fans won’t see this coming. Death on the Nile returns Sept 25 with a bold new take—and a Limited Edition (UK only) for collectors. @microidsoff.bsky.social @gematsu.com #AgathaChristie #DeathOnTheNilePlay
www.gematsu.com/2025/07/agat...

Agatha Christie – Death on the Nile launches September 25

Agatha Christie – Death on the Nile will launch for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG on September 25, publisher Microids and developer Microids …

www.gematsu.com

HomeRun PR @homerunpr.bsky.social · Jul 16

Based on the cult anime, Space Adventure Cobra: The Awakening blasts back with side-scrolling chaos, charm, and that iconic psycho-gun.
Hits PS5, PS4, Xbox Series, Xbox One, Switch, and PC via Steam, Epic & GOG. @microidsoff.bsky.social @animenewsnetwork.com
www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2025-07...

Space Adventure Cobra - The Awakening Side-Scrolling Game Streams Gameplay Trailer

Game launches for PS5, PS4, Xbox X|S, Xbox One, Switch, PC via Steam on August 26

www.animenewsnetwork.com

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HomeRun PR @homerunpr.bsky.social · Jul 15

KAKU: Ancient Seal is bringing back classic action-RPG vibes with style! Explore ancient ruins, battle beasts, and solve puzzles in a wild prehistoric world. 🔥🗿 @microidsoff.bsky.social

HomeRun PR @homerunpr.bsky.social · Jun 26

🚨 Sirens on. Heat rising.
Firefighting Simulator: Ignite drops a blazing new trailer, reveals its release date and the flames aren’t the only thing coming.
The fire’s just the beginning... #astragon_games @bleedingcool.com @thegavinsheehan.bsky.social
👉 bleedingcool.com/games/firefi...

Firefighting Simulator Ignite Drops New Trailer With Release Date

Firefighting Simulator Ignite dropped a new trailer this morning showing off more of the game, while also confirming its release date

bleedingcool.com

HomeRun PR @homerunpr.bsky.social · Jun 18

Ever had a hotel mirror stare back at you?
Uncover secrets, face your memories, and survive the surreal.
Concierge throws you into a surreal spiral of identity, memory, and dread. 🛎️ @kodinoartes.bsky.social @gamerant.bsky.social
Check in if you dare: gamerant.com/concierge-in...

Experimental Horror 'Concierge' Announced With Surreal Trailer [EXCLUSIVE]

Game Rant reveals an exclusive new look at Concierge, a hotel horror thriller with a non-linear story and what appear to be some famous inspirations.

gamerant.com

HomeRun PR @homerunpr.bsky.social · Jun 17

TaVRn’s Takedown is a chaotic VR beat ’em up set in the world of Naheulbeuk where the drunkest punch wins.
Just announced for SteamVR and Meta Quest.
@bleedingcool.com #TaVRns_Takedown #VR_STUDIO_LDLC
Teaser’s up now: bleedingcool.com/games/tavrns...

TaVRn’s Takedown - Naheulbeuk Announced For Steam

You looking for a VR fantasy fight? HEY! Them's fightin' words, as you'll take on all comers in TaVRn’s Takedown - Naheulbeuk

bleedingcool.com

HomeRun PR @homerunpr.bsky.social · Jun 16

DRAGON BALL: GEKISHIN SQUADRA just leveled up with a brand-new name! 💥
The Network Test is over, but the hype is just heating up, stay tuned, Z-Fighters 👊 #DragonBall @bandainamcoent.com @pocketgamercom.bsky.social
👉 www.pocketgamer.com/dragon-ball-...

Dragon Ball Project: Multi is now Dragon Ball Gekishin Squadra

Dragon Ball Project: Multi is now Dragon Ball Gekishin Squadra, with a bunch of changes ahead of launch revealed in a recent network test.

www.pocketgamer.com

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HomeRun PR @homerunpr.bsky.social · Jun 8

🚒 "Don’t run into a burning building alone, bring friends!"
Firefighting Simulator: Ignite brings intense co-op chaos to the Future Games Show.
Time to save lives with friends.
#AstragonGames @futuregamesshow.bsky.social
Check it out via @pcgamer.com: www.pcgamer.com/games/sim/fi...

I can already tell that this co-op firefighting game is going to lead to some hilarious highlight clips

Firefighting Simulator: Ignite pits four players against blazing buildings and rescue scenarios.

www.pcgamer.com

HomeRun PR @homerunpr.bsky.social · May 22

Caught in the act 👮‍Snare traps now in Police Simulator! 🚓 Trick out your cruiser, flex those upgrades, and claim the free Garage & Tools Update. 🔥🔥🔥 #astragon_games #Camodo_Gamin Full scoop 🎥 youtu.be/bcQexMBwy_Q

I Deployed a Snare Trap in a CRAZY Police Chase! Police Simulator

YouTube video by Camodo Gaming

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HomeRun PR @homerunpr.bsky.social · Apr 23

VICE calls it “one of the best RPGs in years.” Maliki: Poison of the Past is a time-traveling fever dream with killer vibes, strategy-heavy combat, and absolutely no chill. ⚔️ #VICE @shauncichacki.bsky.social @maliki.com @ankama.com 👉 www.vice.com/en/article/g...

Gorgeous Art and Fun Battles Make ‘Maliki Poison of the Past’ a Must-Play for Any RPG Fan (Review)

'Maliki: Poison of the Past' is one of those games that came out of left field and completely surprised me with quality and staying power.

www.vice.com

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