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Greetings!

We are thrilled to announce that AWAKEN - Astral Blade is available now with a limited-time 10% launch discount!! We have prepared a new trailer to celebrate the occasion and get everyone hyped up to jump into action.

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In addition to the standard digital PC release, gamers can also add the Deluxe Edition to their collection. This contains the AWAKEN - Astral Blade base game as well as the following additional digital content: a special Golden Scale Set, the original soundtrack by Alexandria Migova, and a Digital Artbook with concept art and illustrations from the game.



The time has come to join Tania on her most perilous mission yet, as she uncovers the ancient, dark secrets of a long-lost civilization on the mysterious Horace Islands. Weave your own story in this dark 2D side-scrolling action game, and use Tania’s speed, skills and weapons to defeat the deadly mutant animals and plants that have infested the island!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1716310/AWAKEN__Astral_Blade/

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We are looking forward to seeing you in Jacha City!

We at ESDigital Games are excited to announce that we are continuing our autumn game event tour by attending the upcoming gamescom Asia show in Singapore from 17-20 October!

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We will be showcasing five action-packed titles from our Incredible Indie line-up, with playable versions available in both the Business Area (booth BC05) and the Indie Entertainment Zone (booths IA 31-35).

Attendees can get hands-on time with the stealth action game Steel Seed, action-packed Metroidvania-inspired AWAKEN - Astral Blade, complex alchemy RPG BattleJuice Alchemist, story-driven sci-fi adventure Sky of Tides and the stunning action-adventure game Island of Winds.

See you there!


https://store.steampowered.com/app/1716310/AWAKEN__Astral_Blade/
https://store.steampowered.com/app/458430/Steel_Seed/
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1689340/Island_of_Winds/
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1120330/Sky_of_Tides/
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1384060/BattleJuice_Alchemist/

We’re thrilled to announce that ESDigital Games is heading to Tokyo Game Show 2024! From September 26th to 29th, we will be presenting a wide selection of exciting titles from our portfolio. With support from our distribution partners, we’ll have hands-on demos available for attendees, along with the chance to take photos with cosplayers inspired by our games!
We will be present across four booths at the show, with demos in multiple languages. Whether you're a fan of action, strategy, or adventure, we have something for everyone.

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[h2]ESDigital Games - Booth 09-W11[/h2]

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[h2]Galaktus (Polish Indie Booth) - Booth 10-W14[/h2]

https://store.steampowered.com/app/458430/Steel_Seed/
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1716310/AWAKEN__Astral_Blade/
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1384060/BattleJuice_Alchemist/

[h2]Gamersky - Booth 09-W84[/h2]

https://store.steampowered.com/app/458430/Steel_Seed/

[h2]Game Source Entertainment - Booth 08-C08[/h2]

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2447260/Cats_on_Duty/

We’re also excited to announce that a representative from Dark Pigeon Games, the team behind AWAKEN - Astral Blade, will be at our booths during the business days (September 26 and 27) and will be available for interviews and questions.
Come visit us, try our games, and don't miss the chance to connect with our amazing development teams!

We are thrilled to reveal our 2024 Gamescom lineup, with some stellar titles showcasing never-before-seen gameplay in both the Business and Consumer halls at this year’s event!

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Gamers heading to Gamescom will have the chance to get hands-on with some truly exciting titles covering all kinds of genres! Located in the bustling Indie Arena Booth (Hall 10.2, Booth F010g - E019) we will be showcasing brand new game demos for AWAKEN - Astral Blade, Steel Seed, Island of Winds, BattleJuice Alchemist and Sky of Tides.

There will also be the chance to snap a picture with two awesome cosplayers portraying the protagonists Tania from AWAKEN - Astral Blade and Zoe from Steel Seed as well as grabbing some cool branded merchandise after trying out the hands-on demos.

In addition to the Indie Arena Booth, our team will also have playable demos for Cats on Duty, Memory Lost, and REMEDIUM on the Polish Indie Booth (Hall 10.2, F-041) for fans to try out!

[h3]More information on the great games available to play at Gamescom:[/h3]

https://store.steampowered.com/app/458430/Steel_Seed/

Steel Seed (Storm in Teacup Studio) is a single player stealth-action adventure game set in a dark sci-fi world. In her epic journey inside a hostile underground facility run by AIs, Zoe is alone with Koby, a flying drone, as her only companion. Use Zoe's parkour skills to traverse the underground facility and gain a tactical advantage. Don't forget about stealth-based techniques to explore the facility's hostile environment undetected by robotic entities and guards. Some confrontations can be avoided through efficient movement. Also, get acquainted with KOBY, because he is the master key of Steel Seed and Zoe's guide on her lonely and dangerous journey inside the underground facility. By working together, they create a formidable duo and bring something new to every fight.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1689340/Island_of_Winds/

Island of Winds (Parity Games Studio) is an adventure game set in a fantastical world inspired by 17th century Iceland and its folklore. Experience the story of Brynhildur, a Balance Keeper who embarks on a journey of self-discovery. Core gameplay involves intriguing puzzles, spellcasting, and a focus on empathy encounters. The core gameplay involves spellcasting, intriguing puzzles, fantastical lore, and a special focus on approaching encounters with empathy. Island of Winds features a semi-open world environment that explores themes of self-doubt, violence, regret and empathy, as well as the conservation of nature.

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AWAKEN - Astral Blade (Dark Pigeon Games). Weave your own story in this dark fairy tale 2D action-platformer metroidvania. In the mysterious ancient ruins, you will adventure with Tania to reveal her origins and fate. Is there any chance of survival in the darkest and desperate place? Slain your foes with a wide range of combos: from fastest to slowest. Parry enemy attacks to gain an advantage, use Fast Stand Up ability to get back into the fight and dash into enemies while they're attacking to slow the world around you and gain damage immunity. Combos and Skills will also help you to break through hordes of enemies and defeat bosses. Control the course of the story, help Tania make choices at the crucial moments of the game and take your own path to reveal mysteries of the past and present. Different routes may lead you to different endings. Search the Horace Islands for clues and information about mysterious and dangerous world of the AWAKEN - Astral Blade.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1120330/Sky_of_Tides/

Sky of Tides (Lofty Sky Entertainment Studio) is a sci-fi narrative game set in a technologically advanced universe on the brink of war. Play as Rin, who must search for her missing father and heal the broken planet of Numen. Explore the world while your choices shape your character.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1384060/BattleJuice_Alchemist/

BattleJuice Alchemist (Alchemical Works Studio) is a complex alchemy RPG that adds a unique item and skill system to the classic aRPG formula. Focus on isometric combat or opt for JRPG-style one-on-one fights. Explore the wilderness, learn ritual magic, build a tower and craft potions to fight the demonic hordes of Samhain. Juice, the alchemist, is called to Caribou Creek to fight the demons that roam the lands. As your unique version of Juice you explore the wilderness that once was New England. Fight evil in classic action RPG isometric top down view and in bullet-time close combat. Find and craft items with game-changing powers. Master BattleJuice Alchemist's deck-building mechanics by arranging your compilation of flasks to suit your playstyle. Accentuate your character beyond character customization by using ritual magic as long-term buffs. Meet strange creatures from the Crossroads while the dark plot of BattleJuice Alchemist unravels.

[h3]Additionally, there are opportunities for hands-on with these titles:[/h3]

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1659090/REMEDIUM/

REMEDIUM is a fast-paced twin-stick shooter set in a grim post-apocalyptic Renaissance setting. A special build for journalists, with all acts available + some never before seen new acts.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2447260/Cats_on_Duty/

Cats on Duty is a purr-fect blend of match-3 and real time strategy with tower defense mechanics. The full build of the Deluxe Edition will be available.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1483190/Memory_Lost/

Memory Lost is a story-driven cyberpunk twin-stick action shooter where players will have to capture the minds and bodies of their enemies to survive during combat.

Plus, if you feel like talking to the devs, we have good news for you! You can meet the lead developers from "Storm in TeaCup", "Parity Games", "Lofty Sky Entertainment", "Sobaka Studio" and "Alchemical Works" at our booths at Gamescom!

Our team is looking forward to welcoming all gamers to the Indie Arena Booth from 21-25 August, so head over to Hall 10.2, say hi and play some awesome games!

Fall in line feline fighters and prepare for battle! We are excited to announce the launch of Cats on Duty, the purr-fectly hilarious and action-packed blend of real-time strategy, tower defense, and match-3 mechanics from developer Prikol Team. Cats on Duty has launched with a paw-some 20% launch discount for a limited time.
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