FTS: Arc Games Announces "NAUTUS," an Island Adventure From the Makers of "Have a Nice Death" (PC)

  

FROM THE CREATORS OF HAVE A NICE DEATH COMES NAUTUS: A CHARMINGLY QUIRKY ISLAND ADVENTURE GAME 

Cozy Above. Dangerous Below. Get Ready to Dive into NAUTUS in Steam Early Access Next Year! 

LOS GATOS, Calif. – Aug. 14, 2026 – Arc Games, a leading publisher of AA and indie titles for PC and consoles, and Magic Design Studios, the indie developer behind acclaimed titles Have a Nice Death and Unruly Heroes, are excited to announce NAUTUS, a charmingly quirky island adventure where the surface is your cozy sanctuary, but the ocean floor is a whole different beast. This new, dual-layered, offbeat adventure is set to launch in Steam Early Access in 2027 -- with the release timing for the game to be revealed at a later date.

In NAUTUS, players arrive at the remote N.A.U.T.U.S. research station following an unsettling radio message from their uncle, Bernard Torpedo. Upon arrival, they discover the resident scientists have lost their memories and developed a paralyzing fear of the ocean. As the only one willing to brave the depths, players must pilot an upgradable submarine, encounter mutant marine life, and recover mysterious artifact stones to restore the locals' memories and uncover the truth behind their uncle's sudden disappearance.

The game features a distinct dual-layered gameplay loop:

• Dangerous Below: Take the helm of your submarine and plunge into the ocean abyss. Navigate uncharted trenches, vibrant coral reefs, and sunken pirate shipwrecks as you battle and capture bizarre mutant creatures. Uncover hidden artifact stones and haul back rare materials to craft specialized sub upgrades, gear, and advanced machinery.
• Cozy Above: Return to the surface to catch your breath, build, and unwind. Befriend eccentric island locals and take on quests to help restore their true selves, strategically manage your resources, and expand your tropical outpost into a thriving hub designed to power your next dive deep into the unknown.

Get ready to dive into and explore NAUTUS when it launches in Steam Early Access next year!

ABOUT NAUTUS

From the indie studio behind Have a Nice Death and Unruly Heroes comes NAUTUS, a charmingly quirky island adventure where the surface is your cozy sanctuary, but the ocean floor is a whole different beast. After getting an unsettling radio message from your uncle, you’ll go out on an adventure where you arrive at the remote N.A.U.T.U.S. research station only to find the local scientists have lost their memories and developed a paralyzing phobia of the ocean. As the only one brave enough to face the deep, you must take the helm of an upgradable submarine, encounter and, at times, fight off mutant creatures and recover hidden, mysterious artifact stones to restore the inhabitants’ memories and uncover the truth.

Between riveting yet fascinating expeditions into the underwater abyss below, you'll return to the vibrant surface to catch your breath, befriend quirky scientists, and manage your resources. Blending exploration, action, and deep crafting, you’ll gather materials to upgrade your submarine and gear so you can plunge even deeper into the unknown—with the option to develop on the island to customize your home base over time.  Take on this charmingly quirky journey solo, or team up with up to three friends in online co-op. Prepare to enter a dual-layered world that is full of adventure, mystery and wonder!

Game Features

• Explore the Deep Unknown: Navigate breathtaking coral reefs, sunken pirate shipwrecks, and uncharted underwater anomalies that even the local N.A.U.T.U.S. scientists refuse to approach. Make sure to be ready to fight and capture strange creatures that should never have existed!
• Pilot Your Own Upgradable Submarine: Craft specialized modules, protective equipment, and vital weaponry as you take control and update your own submarine. Advance your tech to dive deeper into hostile trenches and defend against aggressive, mutant marine life.
• Adventure Solo or Dive into Online Co-Op Multiplayer: Uncover the mystery of NAUTUS and brave the ocean depths entirely on your own, or team up with up to three players in four-player online co-op and dive into this offbeat adventure together.
• Meet, Befriend and Uncover the Mysteries of a Quirky Cast of Inhabitants: Meet eccentric, amnesiac locals like a tanning-obsessed diver and a quirky expedition chief. Collaborate with them on unique and useful projects and recover lost artifact stones to cure their bizarre phobia of the ocean and restore them to their true selves.
• Solve a Sunken Mystery: Investigate the sudden disappearance of your uncle, Bernard Torpedo, by hunting for ancient relics, hidden clues, and secrets buried in the abyss. Will you uncover the mysteries of your uncle and this mysterious island?
• Develop and Customize a Unique Outpost: Transform a secluded tropical outpost into a thriving home base of your own. Set up vital crafting machinery to refine rare materials gathered from the deep, manage your resources strategically, and build the essential infrastructure needed to fuel your next sub-aquatic expedition.

The artwork in Nautus is absolutely beautiful. It looks like it was ripped straight out of a storybook!

I can't wait to dive in! - Blu | SDGT Entertainment

NAUTUS is available to wishlist now on Steam. For more information, please visit playnautus.com.

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FTS: Conqueror's Blade: Three Kingdoms, an immersive action-strategy epic, set to launch July 24th

NetEase Games and Booming Tech Set July 24 Launch Date for Conqueror's Blade: Three Kingdoms, an Immersive Action-Strategy Epic   

GUANGZHOU, China – July 20, 2026 – NetEase Games and Booming Tech have officially announced the July 24 launch date of Conqueror's Blade: Three Kingdoms, an action-strategy multiplayer experience that brings the legendary Three Kingdoms era of ancient China to the battlefield.

The game throws players into one of history's most brutal and iconic periods of warfare. Command massive armies, fight on the frontlines as a legendary general, and lead your forces through relentless sieges, open-field battles, and kingdom-wide campaigns where every tactical decision can change the course of history.

Unlike traditional action games, victory isn't decided by mechanics alone. Every engagement demands strategy, teamwork, and battlefield awareness as you conquer cities, fortresses, and eventually entire capitals in a persistent world shaped by player actions.

Watch the official announcement trailer:

Wishlist Conqueror's Blade: Three Kingdoms:

https://threekingdoms.conquerorsblade.com/en

Master the Battlefield

Conqueror's Blade: Three Kingdoms seamlessly combines visceral third-person combat with real-time army command, creating battles where individual skill and strategic leadership are equally important.

There are no repetitive dungeon runs or isolated arena fights. Instead, you'll lead from the front—cutting through enemy lines while issuing tactical orders to your troops in real time.

Every battle rewards smart decision-making over reckless aggression. Control the high ground, exploit unit counters, adapt formations on the fly, use changing weather to your advantage, maintain troop morale, and outplay opposing commanders in massive, unpredictable warfare.

If you're looking for a battlefield where strategy wins wars (not just reflexes), this is it.

A Living World Worth Fighting For

Beyond the battlefield lies a massive recreation of ancient China during the Three Kingdoms era.

With more than 60 historically inspired cities and fortified passes, thousands of players coexist in a persistent world where every campaign matters.

Whether you thrive in brutal siege warfare, massive PvP conflicts, and hunting powerful enemies, or prefer shaping the war effort through trade, logistics, and crafting, every role contributes to the rise and fall of kingdoms. Even those who choose to simply witness history can interact with legendary figures and experience one of history's greatest conflicts from the inside.

Build Your Legacy

Choose your fighting style by mastering the unique martial arts and ultimate abilities of iconic historical generals while experimenting with a wide range of weapon loadouts.

As your influence grows, recruit and train elite historical military units to build an army capable of turning impossible battles into legendary victories.

 

Will you pledge your banner to famous warlords such as Cao Cao or Yuan Shao, or will you unite your own alliance and carve a new path through history?

Gather your warriors. Plan your campaigns. Lay siege to the ancient capital of Luoyang.

The battlefield is waiting ... and only the strongest commanders will shape the fate of the Three Kingdoms.

 

For more information, visit the game's official Website:

https://threekingdoms.conquerorsblade.com/en/

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FTS: It's morphin time as Eidos Shanghai become Gearbox Studio Shanghai

GEARBOX ENTERTAINMENT ANNOUNCES NEW SHANGHAI STUDIO

The company’s first expansion into Asia brings in local talent to work on award-winning games portfolio

 

FRISCO, Texas – November 15, 2022 – Eidos Shanghai is now Gearbox Studio Shanghai, according to news released today by Gearbox Entertainment. This will be Gearbox’s first expansion into Asia—an important market in the company’s long-term growth strategy. Gigi Ning, who previously led Eidos Shanghai, will continue leading the studio as General Manager and report into Gearbox Publishing San Francisco.

 

Gearbox Studio Shanghai brings years of local experience to the Gearbox family, with the team supporting numerous AAA franchises since their original inception in 2008. This experience, alongside a proven track record of hyper-localized marketing efforts, puts Gearbox Studio Shanghai in a strong position to provide immediate and meaningful support to multiple titles across the Gearbox portfolio.

“China is a hotbed of industry talent, and I’m confident Gearbox Studio Shanghai will be instrumental in our vision for international growth here at Gearbox,” said Yoon Im, president of Gearbox Publishing San Francisco. “With this addition, we greatly enhance our ability to engage with players in the Chinese market and work directly with local up-and-coming development studios.”

 

The team at Gearbox Studio Shanghai will join in Gearbox’s mission to entertain the world. Like all Gearbox team members, the employees in the new Shanghai studio will experience a dedication to creating an anti-crunch culture and competitive benefits.

“Bringing Gearbox’s vision and creative spirit to our local community is a goal we’re ready to take on,” said Gigi Ning, general manager of Gearbox Studio Shanghai. “Gearbox has so many fantastic stories to tell, and we’re excited to share those with the players here in China.” 

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