FTS: tinyBuild Connect Showcase Debuts 10-Minute "Kingmakers" Gameplay Trailer & Reveals for 15 Other Games

TINYBUILD DEBUTS TRAILERS FROM 16 GAMES AT BIGGEST TINYBUILD CONNECT SHOWCASE YET

KINGMAKERS REVEALS 10 MINUTES OF GAMEPLAY IN NEW DEEP DIVE VIDEO

tinyBuild celebrates 15 years as a publisher with new games, news for hotly anticipated titles and updates to fan-favorite franchises

SEATTLE -- SEPT. 14, 2026 -- During today’s tinyBuild Connect showcase, tinyBuild debuted new trailers and announcements for 16 titles in its catalog, headlined by a 10-minute deep dive video for Kingmakers, plus the reveals of the new horror title Road to Jukai and roguelite autobattler kingdom builder with claws The Crab is Walking. Other major updates included a brand-new demo for the most inaccurate medieval cemetery simulator, Graveyard Keeper 2, a new story trailer for the upcoming handyman simulator The Lift, a look at the future of SAND: Raiders of Sophie and more.

Kingmakers Gameplay Deep Dive

tinyBuild gave the closest look yet at Kingmakers, the game that sets out to answer one of life's greatest questions: What would happen if you brought a modern arsenal to a medieval battlefield? Travel back to 1403 to help Owain Glyndŵ transform a Welsh rebellion into an empire. This gameplay deep dive includes a look at the title's third-person combat, story, and RTS mechanics, playable solo or in co-op for up to four players. Jump into massive third-person combat scenarios where you (and your arsenal of guns, vehicles and air support from the future) are the deciding factor for battles. Take control of massive armies as you siege castles, build up outposts and defend your own territory in RTS-style combat. Kingmakers is launching into Steam Early Access soon, and players can sign up for the upcoming playtest on Steam now.

Continue reading below for a rundown on everything featured in the showcase, including new demos and trailers for games like Probably Stolen and Hull Rupture as well as newly announced console ports for games like Hozy, Ferocious and Of Ash and Steel. You can also check out the tinyBuild Connect Media Guide for a full breakdown of each announcement, as well as a complete archive of the show and a playlist with all the videos shown on YouTube.

Highlights from tinyBuild Connect 2026

• New Game! tinyBuild announced The Crab is Walking, a roguelite kingdom builder and autobattler set atop giant crustaceans from the makers of The King is Watching. Merge buildings, unlock upgrades, and reshape your settlement as you traverse a post-apocalyptic wasteland.
   
• New Game! Playable! tinyBuild revealed a new publishing deal for Road to Jukai, previously known as Silent Road, a psychological night-shift taxi driving horror game set in Japan and coming in 2027. Try out the game in the new playtest, available now on Steam!
   
• The King is Watching revealed a new update adding Steam Deck optimization to the roguelite kingdom building strategy game, available now. Check out the trailer!
   
• The nostalgic electronics repair game ReStory is celebrating 500k copies sold with a new accolades trailer announcing upcoming content, including a new device and a new customer in a free update coming September 21.
   
• Playable! Dinosaur survival FPS Ferocious launched on XBOX Series X|S and PlayStation 5!
   
• Get a new look at supernatural handyman simulator The Lift with the premiere of a brand-new story trailer, taking a deeper look at The Institute and offering more cryptic clues for the game's storyline. The Lift is launching in 2027 on Steam, PS5, and XBOX Series X|S.
   
• Playable! tinyBuild announced that the acclaimed home renovation game Hozy is coming to XBOX Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch later this year. The free "Hideaways" DLC, featuring three new levels, is also available now on Steam! 
   
• Badass Open-world survival game Trainfort got a new trailer revealing a new upcoming playtest. Players can sign up for it now on Steam.
   
• Playable! tinyBuild announced a new anniversary update for the strategic planet-mining game Drill Core, adding quality-of-life improvements and more, now on Steam, XBOX Series X|S, and PS5.
   
• SAND: Raiders of Sophie celebrated its successful launch on Steam Early Access earlier this year with a new accolades trailer and announced a major new content update dropping later this month.
   
• Playable! Two new restaurants and Trial by Fryer, a new team-based PvP mode, have been added to the co-op cooking horror game Happy’s Humble Burger Cult, available now on Steam! Face off against the enemy team in a surreal cooking show, sabotage their kitchen, fight for ingredients, and become the best team of chefs in Trial by Fryer.
   
• Playable! A November 4 launch date was announced for Hull Rupture, the base management tower defense roguelike from Konfa Games. Try out the updated demo now on Steam!
   
• Playable! A new trailer dropped for the cyberpunk shop simulator Probably Stolen, revealing an October 28 launch date and brand-new demo, playable now on Steam!
   
• Of Ash and Steel, the open-world RPG inspired by the classics of the genre, is coming to XBOX Series X|S and PlayStation 5 soon. A new expansion - "Shattered Faith" - is also in development, bringing true magic to the Kingdom of the Seven.
   
• Playable! tinyBuild released a brand-new demo on PC and consoles for the accurately inaccurate cemetery simulator Graveyard Keeper 2, launching September 22 on PC and consoles! Play the demo now with all progress carrying over to the game at launch!

For the latest from tinyBuild, visit www.tinybuild.com, and game on!

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FTS: tinyBuild's SpeedRunners 2 Dashes onto PC and Consoles Now

tinyBuild’s Competitive Platformer SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed Dashes onto PC, Consoles & Game Pass

Race and ruin friendships across a variety of multiplayer game modes featuring new player characters, maps, power-ups, and more!

SEATTLE – The sequel to one of the most beloved indie games from the 2010s is here. tinyBuild (Graveyard Keeper, Kingmakers, ReStory) and developer Fair Play Labs (Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2) are thrilled to launch SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed today on Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch and Xbox Game Pass for PC and consoles. SpeedRunners 2 brings the adrenaline-fueled, parkour-style racing of the original game to a new generation of players.

SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed is available on Steam for $9.99, with a bonus 10% launch discount for a limited time. The game is also available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch for $14.99. PlayStation Plus subscribers can get the game for 20% off for a limited time to celebrate the launch, and owners of the original SpeedRunners can save an extra 10%.

Too fast, too furious? The ultimate competitive platformer is back and better than ever! Become the King of Speed with the next generation of speedrunners in this fast-paced platformer that refuses to slow down. With the timeless formula of the original Speedrunners, Speedrunners 2: King of Speed offers new multiplayer modes that allow up to eight contestants to compete head to head online, as well as a single-player campaign featuring adrenaline-fueled boss battles and a story that expands on the original game’s lore. Master competitive platforming in 64-player elimination tournaments, a variety of multiplayer modes, ranked play, and couch co-op.

FEATURES

Gotta Go Fast: Master movement, build momentum, swing with a grappling hook, and outmaneuver opponents using speed boosters, shortcuts, and traps scattered across maps.

Tools of Destruction: Unleash an arsenal of power-ups, featuring fan favorites like fireballs, freeze rays, and golden hooks alongside new additions like blasters and portable teleporters.

Save the Day: Save New Rush City, meet new and returning heroes, and gear up for multiplayer mayhem in a campaign that expands the original story and lore.

Hilarious PvP Chaos: Kick back in Quick Play, get sweaty in Ranked, compete in brand-new 64-player elimination tournaments, or check out a variety of rule-bending modes in the Playground.

SPEEDRUNNERS 2 OVERVIEW

• Chaotic 2D racing for up to 8 players online
• Fluid, high-skill movement system
• 12 playable characters
• Dozens of unlockable cosmetic items
• Expanded arsenal of new and returning power-ups
• 16 map layouts with unique challenges
• Local multiplayer & custom games
• New experimental, rule-bending modes 

Play SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed on PC, consoles, and Game Pass and get ahead of the competition now!

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FTS: R-Type Tactics I • II Cosmos release date announced!

R-Type Tactics I • II Cosmos Launches on June 18

The Turn-based Sci-Fi Strategy Collection Debuts on Modern Consoles and PC

We are excited to announce that R-Type Tactics I • II Cosmos, the ultimate turn-based sci-fi strategy collection, is coming to Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on June 18, 2026.

Outsmart and outgun your opponent in R-Type Tactics I • II Cosmos! This two-game collection brings the classic strategy titles to modern platforms with dozens of levels and a wide range of deployable units.

About R-Type Tactics I • II Cosmos

As the Bydo continue to eliminate humanity, you must outmaneuver them if the Space Corps has any hope of victory — or even fight alongside them.

Featuring multiple campaigns, hundreds of ships, branching missions, and a brand-new post-game story, this collection delivers a deep tactical experience.

Features

• New Frontiers: Both titles arrive on modern consoles for the first time.
• Multiple Campaigns: Play as Space Corps or Bydo with branching storylines.
• Expanded Content: Includes new missions after Tactics II.

The Limited Edition bundle is available for $79.99 via the NIS America Online Store, featuring collectibles like a soundtrack, art cards, and acrylic stands.

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FTS: (ININ) Never-Seen-Before 'R-Type Dimensions III' - A Fully-Reimagined Evolution! (PC/XB/NSW/PS5)

I remember playing Super R-Type on the SNES with my cousins back in Arcadia, Florida. We never actually beat the game — not even close — but that didn’t matter. Super R-Type was one of those “bad ass” experiences we kept coming back to, determined to see just how far we could push ourselves before the game sent us right back to the start of a stage. And if you played it, you know exactly why: unlike the arcade originals, this SNES entry had no mid‑level checkpoints. One mistake and boom — you were restarting the whole level. Brutal, but unforgettable.

What made it even cooler is that Super R-Type wasn’t just a straight port. The SNES never got the original R-Type, but this version took elements of R-Type II, added new stages, and gave the series a fresh identity on Nintendo’s 16‑bit hardware. For us as kids, none of that technical stuff mattered — we just knew it looked awesome, sounded awesome, and kicked our asses in the best way possible.

Fast forward to today, and the R-Type franchise is still going strong. It’s wild to think how long this series has been around, evolving from those punishing SNES afternoons in Arcadia to modern releases that keep the spirit alive. Now ININ Games is stepping up with R-Type Dimensions III, bringing that classic side‑scrolling chaos into a new era. And honestly, the special and collector’s editions they’re putting out are pretty bad ass too.

Check out the full article below — straight from the source. (Cheers Derek!)

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ININ Games Announces R-Type Dimensions III

To release on PlayStation 5, Xbox, Nintendo Switch 1 & 2 & Steam PC

A Spectacular, Fully-Reimagined Evolution of the Legendary Shoot ’Em Up Franchise

Stuttgart, Germany – ININ Games is proud to officially announce R-Type Dimensions III, a major new milestone in one of gaming’s most iconic shoot ’em up series. Developed in close cooperation with Tozai and Irem, the license owner, and the original creator of R-Type, this new project represents one of the most ambitious and significant undertakings in ININ’s history. The game is set to be released on Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox, and PC (Steam).

Building on the legacy of R-Type Dimensions and R-Type Dimensions EX, Dimensions III has been completely re-envisioned with cutting-edge visuals and sounds and expanded gameplay modes to deliver the most definitive modern edition of R-Type’s classic era.

A Landmark Project for ININ Games

As one of ININ’s most extensive projects to date, R-Type Dimensions III emphasizes precision craftsmanship, technical ambition, and deep respect for one of gaming’s most influential arcade properties.

A Complete Modern Rebuild of the Arcade Legend

R-Type Dimensions III brings the intensity, precision, and creative enemy design of the arcade originals to a new generation. Every stage, boss, and projectile pattern has been rebuilt with high-end 3D graphics, enhanced animations, and richly detailed environments, whilst preserving the instantly recognizable atmosphere that defined R-Type’s identity.

The same applies to the original music and sound effects. With an enormous effort, everything has been rebuilt so that Players can switch seamlessly between the original and the new R-Type III at any time, offering both nostalgic authenticity and a striking modern reinterpretation.

“R-Type is a cornerstone of video game history, and working with Tozai to reimagine these classics at this scale has been an extraordinary honor,” said Felix Wagner, Publishing Producer at ININ Games. “Dimensions III is our most ambitious restoration and modernization project yet, created for long-time fans and newcomers discovering R-Type for the first time.”

Key features include:

• A fully remastered experience with completely reconstructed assets
• Local co-op, enhanced with new scoring and survival mechanics
• Advanced mode is accessible from the start
• Customizable controls and quality-of-life features in the settings
• 3D Camera settings (normal and crazy) 

Pre-Order Now Live – Special & Collector’s Edition

Alongside today’s announcement, pre-orders for R-Type Dimensions III begin immediately. Fans can secure one of two premium physical editions:

Special Edition

The Special Edition includes the full game, a beautifully crafted artbook showcasing concept art and visual development, as well as the complete new original soundtrack, perfect for players who want to dive deeper into the creative universe of R-Type Dimensions III. This edition will be sold for $59.99.

Collector’s Edition

For devoted R-Type enthusiasts, the ultra-limited Collector’s Edition offers everything from the Special Edition plus a selection of exclusive bonus items. The centerpiece is a highly collectible figurine based on the new cover interpretation. This exclusive edition is priced at $199.99.

More information will be available soon. The game is going to be released in May 2026 worldwide, physical and digital.

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The Magical Journey Continues in... Fairy Tail 2!

The highly anticipated sequel, Fairy Tail 2, is here to captivate fans of the beloved manga and anime series "Fairy Tail." Developed by KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD., this RPG takes players on an exhilarating adventure through the climactic "Alvarez Empire Arc" of the original story.

Relive the Epic Battles

In Fairy Tail 2, players step into the shoes of iconic characters like Natsu Dragneel and Lucy Heartfilia, along with other members of the Fairy Tail guild. The game allows you to relive the epic battles against Emperor Spriggan (Zeref) and his elite team, the "Spriggan 12," as well as the formidable Black Dragon Acnologia.

Flashy Magic Battles

The battle system in Fairy Tail 2 has been completely redesigned, offering real-time battles that are both flashy and impactful. Players can use various strategic elements to their advantage, making each battle thrilling and dynamic.

Explore the Kingdom of Fiore

The world of "Fairy Tail" is beautifully recreated with stunning 3D graphics, allowing players to seamlessly explore the final battlefield of the Kingdom of Fiore. The immersive environment makes you feel as if you are part of the original series.

Fairy Tail 2 offers an abundance of exclusive in-game content, including an original epilogue titled "Key to the Unknown." This new story is set after the events of the Alvarez Empire Arc and the original series. Additionally, players can enjoy "Character Stories" that reveal new sides of their favorite characters.

We have yet to review the game, but Fairy Tail 2 has received positive reviews for its solid action RPG mechanics, engaging music, and likable characters. Fans of the series will appreciate the peak shonen anime storytelling and the continuation of the Fairy Tail saga.

Fairy Tail 2 is a must-play for fans of the original series and RPG enthusiasts alike. With its captivating story, dynamic battles, and immersive world, it promises to be an unforgettable gaming experience.

Fairy Tail 2 is available for PC | PS5 | PS4 | Switch!

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