<p>Paradox Interactive and <a href="https://whatoplay.com/developers/triumph-studios/">Triumph Studios</a> announced an upcoming expansion for the fantasy-strategy game <a href="https://whatoplay.com/pc/age-of-wonders-4/" title="Age of Wonders for PC">Age of Wonders 4</a>. Titled <em>'Empires & Ashes'</em>, this major expansion will launch on November 7, 2023 for <a href="https://whatoplay.com/pc/aow4-empires-ashes/" title="Empires and Ashes expansion for PC">PC</a>, <a href="https://whatoplay.com/ps5/aow4-empires-ashes/" title="Empires and Ashes expansion for PS5">PlayStation 5</a>, and <a href="https://whatoplay.com/pc/aow4-empires-ashes/" title="Empires and Ashes for Series X and Series S">Series X|S</a>.</p>

<p>It will retail for $19.99.  Players who purchased the Premium Edition and Expansion Pass will receive Empires & Ashes on launch date.</p> 

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<p>Empires & Ashes introduces the Reaver culture that drives progress through industry and conquest. It combines magic and technology to develop and deploy powerful war machines.</p>

<p>Players can also unlock the Seals of Power to claim a new kind of victory and control the Astral Sea. Other key inclusions are the Avian physical form, new Tomes of Magic, two new story missions, wildlife units, bear mounts, and six music tracks.</p> 

<p><q><a href="https://whatoplay.com/ps5/age-of-wonders-4/" title="Age of Wonders 4 for PlayStation 5">Age of Wonders 4</a> continues to evolve with ongoing development and community feedback.</q>, said Lennart Sas, co-founder of Triumph Studios.</p>

<p>The expansion coincides with the free Golem update that adds an item forge, a rework of the form trait, 25 new events, graphical improvements to sailing and combat, and a new spellbook interface.</p>


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Empires & Ashes introduces new cultures, magic, missions, mounts, and more industrial warfare to the fantasy strategy hit.

Age of Wonders 4 Expansion 'Empires & Ashes' Arrives Nov 7

<p>Sony announced the slimmer and lighter model of the <a href="https://whatoplay.com/ps5/" title="List of PS5 games">PlayStation 5</a> in a <a href="https://blog.playstation.com/2023/10/10/new-look-for-ps5-console-this-holiday-season/?sf269561474=1">blog posted today</a>. It will be available in select stores across the US in November; global rollout is expected in the following months.</p>

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<p>As with the original release, this model comes in two forms: the Digital Edition ($449.99) and the one with a Blu-Ray Disc Drive ($499.99). This time, however, if you purchase the Digital Edition, you can buy a separate  Blu-Ray Drive for $79.99.</p>

<p>The announcement also introduced a new product, a metalic-ish vertical stand that's compatible with all PS5 models. You can get for $29.99.</p>

<p>The video that accompanied the announcement did not include a side-by-side comparison. Although it did say that this new model is 30% slimmer and 18% and 24% lighter than the originals.</p>


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Lighter and slimmer. Now with a detachable Blu-Ray Disc Drive. 

PS5 'Slim' Coming to the US in November

<p>Developer <a href="https://whatoplay.com/developers/chilly-room/">ChillyRoom</a> recently announced <a href="https://whatoplay.com/android/soul-knight-prequel/" title="Soul Knight Prequel for Android">Soul Knight Prequel</a>, a prequel to the <a href="https://whatoplay.com/android/soul-knight/" title="Soul Knight for PC">Soul Knight</a>. The game is set to release on Android and iOS on December 31, 2023.</p>

<p><a href="https://whatoplay.com/ios/soul-knight-prequel/" title="Soul Knight Prequel for iPhone">Soul Knight Prequel</a> is an pixel-art ARPG featuring the same group of lovable characters from the original. It's set before the events of Soul Knight with our heroes embark on a quest to <em>'save Mystraea from impending doom.'</em></p>

<p>Players can choose from various classes like archer, thief, and witch, each with unique sets to abilities to master. For more customization, you can unlock hybrid classes as you level up. The game also comes with both LAN and online multiplayer, 900+ gears to strengthen your hero, and a promise of regular updates to keep the game fresh.</p>


<p>Soul Knight Prequel has undergone multiple closed beta tests since 2022. It's now available for 'pre-order' on the <a href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/soul-knight-prequel/id1561085506">Apple App Store</a>. </p>

<p>Below is the announcement video for the first ever beta test of Soul Knight Prequel.</p>
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Prequel to hit mobile ARPG Soul Knight To Launch Later This Year

<p><a href="">Freaky Trip</a>, a point-and-click adventure by <a href="https://whatoplay.com/developers/reddeergames/">Red.Deer Games</a>, is now available on <a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/2581290/Freaky_Trip/">PC via Steam</a> and the <a href="https://www.nintendo.com/us/store/products/freaky-trip-switch/">Nintendo Switch</a>. This wacky puzzle is described by the developers as <em>"...looks like it was pulled out of a child’s unlimited imagination."</em></p>

<p>Players control a purple, square creature named Salcy, who discovers that his best friend hen has gone missing. He goes on an absurd quest to bring his cockapoo friend back!</p>

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<p><a href="https://whatoplay.com/switch/freaky-trip/">Freaky Trip</a>'s puzzle spans 14 vastly different locations, each with unique sets of rules, music, and challenges. The devs also revealed that four upcoming DLCs <em>(downloadable contents)</em>; although no release dates have been announced so far.</p>

<p>Both versions of Freaky Trip are currently on a limited launch discount. You can get the PC version for $13.59 up until Oct 14, 2023, a 20% drop from $16.99. Meanwhile, the Switch version is way cheaper at $1.99, an 88% off the original price. This discounted price is available only until Oct 17, 2023.</p>


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Limited launch discounts available for both PC and Switch versions

Wacky Puzzle 'Freaky Trip' Now On Steam and eShop

<p>A retro-inspired, first-person spellcaster game is <a href="https://whatplay.com/pc/upcoming/" title="Upcoming pc games list">coming soon to PC</a>. And it's one where players can create their own adventures.</p>

<p><a href="https://whatoplay.com/pc/wizordum/">Wizordum</a>, an upcoming fantasy <a href="https://whatoplay.com/pc/best/first-person-shooter/" title="Best first person shooters">FPS</a>, will launch on Steam via <a href="https://whatoplay.com/pc/genre/early-access/">Early Access</a> this November 15, its creators announced. It is being developed by Emberheart Games, a Slovenia-based indie studio. Apogee Entertainment will serve as its publisher.</p>


<p>Wizordum is inspired by ‘90s fantasy FPS classics like Hexen and Heretic. Developers from <a href="https://whatoplay.com/developers/emberheart-games/">Emberheart Games</a> described their project as their love letter to these nostalgic games.</p>


<p><q>I have always loved fantasy FPS titles like <a href="https://whatoplay.com/pc/hexen-ii/">Hexen</a> and Heretic,</q> said Primož Vovk, developer of Emberheart Games. <q>Wizordum is my tribute to those games, with a modern twist and some new features. I am very excited to share it with the world and see what people think of it,</q> he added.</p>


<p>The game is set in the fictional kingdom of Terrabruma. There, an ancient seal has been broken, unleashing the spawns of Chaos. Players will take the role of one of the last surviving Mages of Wizordum Sanctuary. As Mages, they must find the source of Chaos and stop it before it consumes the whole realm.</p>


<p>Throughout the game, players can explore dangerous dungeons, solve puzzles, and collect loot. And with their characters' ability to wield steel and 
magic, they must also wade through hordes of enemies.</p>

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<p>For its Early Access version, developers from Emberheart Games said Wizordum will contain the entire first episode. This included secret and bonus levels, they said.</p>


<p>The game will also have an in-game level editor tool. It will allow players to create custom levels or episodes and even share them online with other players.</p>


<p>In the meantime, interested players can still access Wizordum's latest demo version. It has the first two levels of the first episode.</p>


<p><q>In addition to that, there are countless updates and fixes like new lighting, accessibility options (with more to come), a new weapon, a save/load system, a level selection and progression system, and so much more!</q> developers said.</p>


<p>The Early Access edition of Wizordum will be priced at U$14.99. / ###</p>

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Fantasy FPS Wizordum to Launch via Early Access

<p>Black Salt Games and Team17 Digital expands the eerie world of Dredge with 'The Pale Reach', the game's very first expansion.</p>

<p>After its successful release, the eerie world of <a href="https://whatoplay.com/pc/dredge/">Dredge</a> expands to the frozen frontier with <em>'The Pale Reach'</em>. The expansion will be available on PC <em>(via Steam and GOG)</em>, <a href="https://whatoplay.com/switch/dredge-the-pale-reach/" title="The Pale Reach for Nintendo Switch">Nintendo Switch</a>, <a href="https://whatoplay.com/ps5/dredge-the-pale-reach/" title="The Pale Reach for PS5">PS5</a>, <a href="https://whatoplay.com/ps4/dredge-the-pale-reach/" title="The Pale Reach for PS4">PS4</a>, <a href="https://whatoplay.com/xbox-one/dredge-the-pale-reach/" title="The Pale Reach for Xbox One	">Xbox One</a>, and <a href="https://whatoplay.com/xbox-series-x/dredge-the-pale-reach/" title="The Pale Reach for Series X and Series S">Series X|S</a> for $5.99.</p>

<p><a href="https://whatoplay.com/pc/dredge-the-pale-reach/">DREDGE: The Pale Reach</a> marks the game's first paid content update, following three free updates. It will unlock a new icy biome, new specialized equipment, 11 new fish and crab species, and a mysterious doomed expedition from ages past.</p> 

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<p>The way Team17 and <a href="https://whatoplay.com/developers/black-salt-games/">Black Salt Games</a> worded the announcement, we can expect more expansions to release in the coming months.</p>

<p>Released in March 30, 2023, <a href="https://whatoplay.com/xbox-series-x/dredge/">DREDGE</a> has become of the biggest indie hit of the year. With a playscore of 8.9 on the PC, it's among the <a href="https://whatoplay.com/pc/best/2023/" title="Best PC games of 2023">highest-rated PC games of 2023</a>.</p>

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Black Salt Games and Team17 Digital expands the eerie world of Dredge with 'The Pale Reach', the game's very first expansion.

DREDGE's First Expansion Coming In Nov 16

<p>In a surprise announcement today, publisher Humble Games and developer Sector D2 launched <a href="https://whatoplay.com/ps5/project-wingman-frontline-59/">Project Wingman: Frontline 59</a> on <a href="https://whatoplay.com/ps5/" title="PlayStation 5 games">PlayStation 5</a> and PlayStation VR2.</p>

<p>Project Wingman: Frontline 59 puts players right into thrilling dogfights and large battles. It lets them pilot futuristic fighter jets in an alternate war-torn Earth. It includes the original campaign plus six brand-new VR missions made for the PlayStation VR2 that add 2-3 hours of playtime.</p> 

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<p>Players take part in intense dogfights, ground attacks, and intense boss fights. What sets it apart from the original Project Wingman game is the VR support. It makes use of PS VR2's headset vibration, eye tracking to switch targets, and cockpit views to pull you right into the action.</p>

<p>This surprise release takes the popular <a href="https://whatoplay.com/pc/project-wingman/">Project Wingman</a> series to a new level of immersion and excitement. The original game first game out on PC in 2020 and was developed by Sector D2, an indie studio based in Australia. Meanwhile, publisher Humble Games is known for hits like <a href="https://whatoplay.com/pc/slay-the-spire/">Slay the Spire</a> and <a href="https://whatoplay.com/pc/temtem/">Temtem</a>.</p>

<p>Project Wingman: Frontline 59 is now available on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation VR2 for $29.99.</p>


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Strap into the virtual cockpit and experience the thrilling VR evolution of this fan-favorite flying combat game.  

Surprise Release: Project Wingman Takes Off in VR for PS5 and PSVR2

<p>Game publisher <a href="https://whatoplay.com/developers/paradox-interactive/">Paradox Interactive</a> teams up with developer <a href="https://whatoplay.com/developers/c-prompt-games/">C Prompt Games</a> for a new turn-based strategy game called <a href="https://beta.whatoplay.com/pc/millennia/">Millennia</a>.</p>

<p><strong>Millennia</strong> will let players guide a civilization through 10,000 years of human history, from the Stone Age to the near future. </p>

<p>Millennia is being designed by veteran strategy game developers Rob Fermier, Ian Fischer and Brian Sousa. They have worked on games like <a href="https://whatoplay.com/pc/age-of-empires-ii-definitive-edition/">Age of Empires II</a>, <a href="https://whatoplay.com/pc/age-of-mythology/">Age of Mythology</a>, <a href="https://whatoplay.com/pc/starcraft-ii-wings-of-liberty/">Starcraft II</a>, and <a href="https://whatoplay.com/pc/orcs-must-die/">Orcs Must Die</a>.</p>

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<p>Millenia will combine mechanics from <a href="https://whatoplay.com/pc/best/turn-based-strategy/" title="Best turn-based strategy games">turn-based</a> 4X games with new systems for better replayability. Each historical age has unique rules, units, buildings, goods, and challenges. Players can steer their civilization down alternate history paths for more variety. Customizable National Spirits give different bonuses to shape your nation. Investing in Exploration, Government, Warfare, Diplomacy, Engineering, and Arts unlocks special powers. </p>

<p>Other features include a complex economic system, customizable armies, a combat viewer for battles, landmarks, technology trees, diplomacy, and managing various historical events and periods.</p>

<p>Millennia is planned for release in 2024. It will be available on PC.</p>

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Turn back the clock 10,000 years and rewrite history in Paradox's upcoming strategy game Millennia. We've got all the details on this time-transcending 4X from the veterans at C Prompt Games.

Paradox and C Prompt Announce Turn-Based Strategy Game Millennia

<p>Nacon has announced the upcoming Revolution 5 Pro controller for <a href="https://whatoplay.com/ps5/">PS5</a>, <a href="https://whatoplay.com/ps4/">PS4</a>, and <a href="https://whatoplay.com/pc/">PC</a>. The controller is officially licensed for PlayStation and aims to provide high performance gaming.</p>

<p>Key features:</p>

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  <li>Hall Effect sensors in joysticks and triggers for precise input and durability</li>
  <li>Wired or wireless use with 10+ hour battery life </li>
  <li>Bluetooth support for wireless headsets</li>
  <li>Designed for repairability and replaceable components</li>
  <li>Fully customizable controls</li>
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<p>The Revolution 5 Pro was developed over years of research and feedback from players. Nacon states the goal was creating the best possible controller to give gamers an edge.</p>

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<p><q>We wanted to create the best controller possible, a controller that would give gamers the upper hand.</q> said Yannick Allaert, Head of Accessories Division at NACON.</p>

<p>The controller will be compatible with PS5, PS4, and PC. It targets competitive and professional players seeking a high performance option.</p>

<p>The Revolution 5 Pro represents Nacon's latest push into premium licensed gaming accessories for PlayStation platforms. More details on pricing and availability will likely follow the announcement.</p>

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<p>A new role-playing game called <a href="https://whatoplay.com/pc/new-arc-line/">New Arc Line</a> was announced today by Fulqrum Publishing and Dreamate Games. This <a href="https://whatoplay.com/pc/best/single-player/" title="Best PC single-player games">single-player</a> <a href="https://whatoplay.com/pc/best/rpg/" title="Best PC RPGs of all time">RPG</a> is set to release for the <strong>PC <em>(Steam)</em></strong>, <strong>PlayStation 5</strong>, and <strong>Series X|S</strong>.</p>

<p><a href="https://whatoplay.com/ps5/new-arc-line/">New Arc Line</a> is set in a world where magic and technology intersects. Players take on the role of a newcomer to the "New Arc", a shining metropolis that promises hope, progress, and opportunity. Underneath its shiny facade are dark secrets.</p> 

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<p>There are 6 main classes and 12 subclasses. Gamers can customize their character's race, gender, and appearance. Playable races include Humans, Elves, Dwarves, and Giants. It also features a morality system where NPCs respond based on your past choices and prejudices in the world. </p>

<p>Combat in <a href="https://whatoplay.com/xbox-series-x/new-arc-line/">New Arc Line</a> is turn-based and tactical. Players can take a head-on approach and overwhelm enemies with force. Or they can analyze situations and develop cunning strategies to defeat difficult foes. There are many skills, spells, crafting recipes, and consumables to aid you in battle.</p>

<p>For example, you can become a Hellfire occultist and burn foes. Or be a Teslapunk scientist and turn your character into a steam-powered fortress. It also features a diverse cast of companions that players can recruit. You can help them grow, use them for your own ends, or even fall in love. Your choices will influence their lives and shape the fate of the world.</p>

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Step into a world where magic and technology intersects in New Arc Line, an upcoming story-driven RPG announced by Fulqrum Publishing and Dreamate Games.

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