THE WORLD HAS FROZEN. YOU MUST SURVIVE.

After generating early buzz during its debut at the OTK Games Expo, Toplitz Productions has officially released the latest trailer for its upcoming post-apocalyptic survival title, Permafrost – now available to wishlist on Steam.

Set in a frozen future brought on by the catastrophic shattering of the moon, Permafrost presents a world where ice has swallowed civilization, and the few who remain fight for survival among fractured factions, deadly cold fronts, and crumbling remnants of the past. The new trailer offers an in-depth look at the game’s bleak and beautiful setting, its survival-driven tension, and the human stories buried beneath the snow.

• Frozen Wastelands: A devastated open world shaped by ice, collapse, and the remnants of once-thriving cities.

• Survival at Its Core: Endure brutal weather, scarcity, and the constant threat of violence.

• Faction Tensions: Align with or oppose rival groups trying to control what little is left.

• Canine Companion: You’re not alone. A loyal dog by your side helps you track, survive, and stay human.

• Multiplayer Co-op: Brave the cold alone or with others as you can choose to survive the frozen wasteland with up to 3 other players.

• Gritty Visuals & Storytelling: A grounded, atmospheric take on survival after the fall of humanity.

Watch & Wishlist

Fans of survival games and post-apocalyptic storytelling can now watch the official trailer and wishlist Permafrost on Steam to follow development updates and be notified of future milestones.

Watch the Trailer on YouTube
Wishlist on Steam
Join the Community on Discord

About SpaceRocket Games
SpaceRocket games was founded in 2023. However, the seeds of what would become the flagship project, Permafrost, were sown a bit earlier. Initially, in December 2022, a dedicated trio began to mold the prototype in a somewhat informal setting. Fast forward to the present, and our team has expanded to 15 members. This diverse group consists of talented game designers, programmers, and graphic artists. Our ranks include both individuals just making their debut in the game development world and seasoned veterans who’ve contributed to numerous projects.

About Toplitz Productions
The German-Austrian publisher, whose name originates from the mysterious Toplitz Lake in the heart of Austria, develops and publishes games with “heart & soul” for all platforms. The company consists of a healthy mix of experienced industry veterans and young talents, all of whom are passionate gamers. They enjoy working with creative developers on many exciting titles, such as those from the “Dynasty” and “Giant” series.

Oberhaching, Germany – Howdy stranger! Do you like wild west games, but ain’t much of a gunslinger? Well, the good folks over at SunDust, a label of the German publisher Toplitz Productions have the right thing for ya! Take a step back in time when the West was wilder than mustangs. Saddle up and get a taste of what it’s like to own and run the granddaddy of nowadays’ supermarkets with Wild West General Store Simulator.

You’re not only the shopkeep, but also the decorator, when you take care of your day-to-day business tryin’ to keep your account afloat, the shelves stocked and the doors open. Wrangle inventory and deal with travellin’ traders and fellow peddlers to keep your source of income from runnin’ dry. Give your customers a shoppin’ experience finer than Miss Molly’s fried chicken – from when they enter your esteemed establishment to the final cling of the coin at the register. Happy customers will be back as sure as a fly on a cow pie.

With a darn fine economy model workin’ under the surface, you’ll need to make the right prices for your goods and keep a sharp eye on what the folks as well as regulars want, if you aim to line your pockets with gold before you close for the night – and walk to your beautiful home overlooking the town. Use them hard-earned bucks, fins and dixies to grow your store, bring in new products or beautify the place with a fresh lick o’ paint. And if you grow tired of goin’ all solo, hire yourself a helper, or two. Or three. Just remember – out here the customer’s always right and money talks.

Once the sun dips down, head back to your homestead, a place you can build up just the way you like. Kick off your boots, watch out for snakes and rest up for the long haul. As they say, New York wasn’t built in a day, and before you know it, you’re the most legendary storekeep this side of the great lakes.

Get ready for a true Western shop experience when the demo for Wild West General Store Simulator hits the trail in the Steam Next Fest startin’ June 9. Although… Why wait that long? Enjoy catchin’ the shoppin’ worm as an early bird and start on June 2nd.

So saddle your horses and ride over yonder to the official Steam page, where you can toss it on your wishlist.

Features:

• Your Store, Your Choice
  You have control over every store element from shelves to interior design. Optimize your displays, so your customers have a pleasant and wholesome shopping experience in your general store and find what they are looking for. A happy customer will be a returning customer. Can you bring back life to the deserted ghost town?

• Manage your stock
  Order your stock from over 70 goods from food items to weapons, tools and furniture. Barter with suppliers and wandering traders in an ever changing economic environment, where supply and demand is in constant flow. Adjust your prices to maximize the profits and react to changing markets and base prices. But don’t overdo it – a lost customer might never return.

• Do-It-Yourself
  Unpack goods, stack the shelves and organize your storage space. Work the cash register and make sure that the customer gets the best service possible. Or hire helpers to help with the daily business.

• Expand your store
  More is definitely more. Satisfied customers bring more business and a demand for more varied goods. So expand your property or build a second floor to display everything you have to offer. Who knows? Maybe you can take over a few of the other deserted shops in town and build a commercial district.

• You’ll never know what’cha gonna get
  Watch the town grow as your product variety increases and attracts more patrons. React to a multitude of events influencing your customers’ needs and shopping behavior.

• Mini Games
  Participate in fun mini-games like the Tomahawk Throwing Contest. Take on the leaderboards and unlock new licences for your shop.

• Keep Your Poker Face
  From time to time suppliers old and new might offer you a mystery box that can contain a wide variety of items or an extended amount of goods. The contents can bring a tremendous profit – if you are willing to take a risk.

• Make yourself at home
  You are not only responsible for the interior of the shop. Overlooking the town from a hill is your house, just waiting to be personalized and decorated.

São Paulo, Brazil – Pivot of Hearts launches today on Steam and itch.io, inviting players into a visual novel about growth, meaningful choices, and the struggle of finding one’s own path to happiness. Developed by Dragonroll Studio in São Paulo, Brazil, the game explores the emotional complexity of queer and non-monogamous relationships through unresolved connections, evolving friendships, and personal development. Its cast is central to the experience with each character written with care, humor, and honesty.

“I can’t wait for everyone to know Wen, Etsuko, Cauã, Bárbara, Sigurd, and all the endearing characters we wrote into Pivot of Hearts. It’s like I can finally introduce all these friends I’m always talking about to my other friends, so they can all get along together as well. And I know they will, because I was thinking of them the whole time while making this game.” — Wilson Kazuo Mizutani

Watch the launch trailer: 

About Pivot of Hearts
Pivot of Hearts follows Wén Xiàn, a Taiwanese-Brazilian game developer, as he reconnects with a childhood friend and forms new bonds that challenge his understanding of love. Set in São Paulo, Brazil, the game explores identity, emotional growth, and the complexities of connection through branching storylines and player-driven choices.

Players will brave a looming work deadline, a fierce RPG campaign, an unresolved past relationship, new bonds, and the awkwardness of self-discovery. Rich subplots and emotionally honest moments fill the narrative with depth and relatability ensuring that every player finds a character or experience that resonates.

The experience is built around:

• Over 100K words of sweet nerdy romance and realistic non-monogamy! With almost ten hours of estimated gameplay, five different endings and a memorable cast, Pivot of Hearts is sure to keep the players’ hearts warm and wanting more!
• Inclusive storytelling and design: Romantic, platonic, and non-monogamous paths shaped by choice, with diverse characters and planned accessibility features to welcome all players.
• Interactive Tarot system: A symbolic card mechanic shapes conversations and choices, reflecting each character’s instincts, needs, and desires.
• Original audiovisual experience: A brand-new opening animation with the theme Stay with Me by Livia Maki Yoshikawa, plus fully handcrafted art and music from a small, passionate team.
• Authentic São Paulo setting: Bolster your journey through São Paulo’s vibrant culture with in-game translation notes. From local slang to street food and nostalgic anime nods, each detail is grounded in real locations and thoughtfully explained for players worldwide.
• Added charm and challenge: Dialogue is brought to life with voiced interjections recorded by the dev team and friends, and Steam achievements reward the most curious players.

Pivot of Hearts is available now on Steam and itch.io.

Players can explore the free demo or jump into the full release today. Wishlist the game and follow the journey via the official Pivot of Hearts community on Discord, Bluesky, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and X.

About Dragonroll Studio

Dragonroll Studio is a São Paulo-based indie game developer dedicated to making cute but subversive games! The team met in their college years, formed the studio in 2019, and created Pivot of Hearts as their first commercial game. Their dedication to storytelling and inclusivity has earned them accolades, including Best Narrative at SBGames 2022 and a Diversity nomination at BIG Festival, held during Gamescom Latam, 2024. 

For more information, visit the official Dragonroll Studio homepage, join the community on Discord, or follow the studio on Instagram, YouTube, and Bluesky.

São Paulo, Brazil –  Love doesn’t follow a single path, and neither does visual novel, Pivot of Hearts. Following a warmly received demo during Steam’s Visual Novel Fest, Pivot of Hearts will officially launch on May 21st for PC via Steam. Developed by Brazilian indie team Dragonroll Studio, the game invites players into a narrative that explores love, identity, and the many forms connection can take. 

“We’ve been working on Pivot of Hearts for so long and now the release is suddenly around the corner. These last weeks are going by so fast, it is really hard to keep up with the roller coaster of emotions. But I’m proud of the game we’ve made, and hope it becomes a fond memory for everyone who plays it.” — Wilson Kazuo Mizutani, Lead Developer

Pivot of Hearts has drawn attention for its portrayal of queer, non-monogamous relationships and its inclusive approach to storytelling. The full release invites players to explore a branching narrative across four chapters, five unique endings, and a cast of colorful characters whose journeys are shaped by player choice.

About Pivot of Hearts

Pivot of Hearts follows Wén Xiàn, a Taiwanese-Brazilian game developer, as he reconnects with a childhood friend and forms new bonds that challenge his understanding of love. Set in São Paulo, Brazil, the game explores identity, emotional growth, and the complexities of connection through branching storylines and player-driven choices. The experience is built around:

• Narrative depth and scope: Four chapters, five unique endings, and over 100,000 words of dialogue create a branching, deeply emotional experience. 

• Inclusive relationship dynamics: Romantic, platonic, and non-monogamous storylines unfold through player choice, offering a nuanced look at modern connection. 

• Diverse character representation: Characters reflect a wide range of sexual orientations, gender identities, ethnic backgrounds, and body types.

• Interactive Tarot system: A symbolic card mechanic shapes conversations and choices, reflecting each character’s instincts, needs, and desires.

• Authentic São Paulo setting: The game celebrates the culture of São Paulo through local traditions, fictional metal bands, nostalgic anime and gaming references, and richly detailed urban environments based on real locations.

• Accessibility and player experience: Designed with inclusion in mind, Pivot of Hearts has planned features for accessibility-focused settings to welcome players of all backgrounds and experience levels.

Pivot of Hearts launches May 21st on Steam and itch.io. A free demo is available now for players to explore the story ahead of release.

Download the Pivot of Hearts demo on Steam or itch.io now, and don’t forget to wishlist the game!

Stay connected for the latest updates on Pivot of Hearts and follow the game on Bluesky, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and X.

Join the Pivot of Hearts community on Discord.

About Dragonroll Studio

Dragonroll Studio is a São Paulo-based indie game developer dedicated to making cute but subversive games! The team met in their college years, formed the studio in 2019, and created Pivot of Hearts as their first commercial game. Their dedication to storytelling and inclusivity has earned them accolades, including Best Narrative at SBGames 2022 and a Diversity nomination at BIG Festival, held during Gamescom Latam, 2024. 

For more information, join the community on Discord, or follow the studio on Instagram, YouTube, and Bluesky.

Aarhus, Denmark – Indie developer, Fair Games, shadow dropped the Forgotten Depths update to “Necesse“, the fast-growing sandbox survival game, live during the Triple-i showcase on April 10.

According to the team, this surprise update is to celebrate the amazing support from players in the start of 2025, including more than 250.000 new players pouring in last month.

New and old players alike can now dive into a brand new biome, The Plains Deep Caves, that holds new foes, secrets and loot 🌍⚒️

🗓️ When:

• The update is live now!

• Release trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mASOe3OMhyk 

Why You Should Play “Necesse” Now

• Co-Op Action: The Free Weekend is the perfect opportunity to team up with friends and explore the world of Necesse together. Build, fight, and survive as a team or tackle the challenges alone — the choice is yours.

• A Game on the Rise: With this update, Necesse has grown even more to be the 2025 standout title in the sandbox survival genre. The community is expanding fast, and we’re thrilled to welcome even more players as we approach the 1.0 launch later in the year.

• Help shape the Game for the official 1.0 release: With the official 1.0 update right around the corner, now’s the perfect time to experience the game’s current features and help shape its final release. The developers have worked hard to create a world full of exploration, crafting, and survival — and there’s even more to come.

• Endless Exploration: Necesse offers a procedurally generated world where each playthrough feels unique. You can explore +25 unique areas, craft more than 150 powerful tools and weapons, build your dream base, and face off against dangerous enemies, including 17 challenging bosses. Whether you prefer solo survival or playing with friends, there’s always something new to discover.

Where to get Necesse:

1. Necesse is on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1169040/Necesse/ .

We can’t wait to see you in the world of Necesse!

In the words of some of the many, many fans, that left a review behind: 

• Zilik2221: “Built a city, but my friend destroyed it. Now I have no friends. Recommend ✓

• Alexantony:  “Very good game, lots to do, I recommend it, took me 83,4 hours to platinum, almost lost my sanity. I recommend it!”.

• R1ck :): “Good to play with the guys”.  

Good luck surviving, explorers!

Update and live showcase features:

• Fair Games is shadow dropping “Necesse: The Forgotten Depths” content update LIVE at Triple-I!

• New boss, The Cursed Crone, awaits in the brand new biome: the plains’ deep caves. Alongside new armor sets, trinkets and weapons.

• Improvements to the economy: Traders, Task Board and much more!

• 1.0 Teaser.. What could it be?

Necesse on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1169040/Necesse/
Necesse on Discord: https://discord.gg/FAFgrKD
Necesse on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr4Jtyot0FRRWsXAWXOHW6g 

About Fair Games
Fair Games is one of the most influential Indie Game Developers in the Sandbox, Survival and Crafting genre. Based in Aarhus, Denmark, the studio mixes its own unique blend of ingenious gameplay and dazzling pixel art and is one of the leading Indie studios in the Nordics.

About Necesse
Necesse is created by pioneer-developer ‘Fair’ aka Mads Skovgaard and is often seen as a pioneering game, perfectly balancing chill colony building with bullet hellish boss fighting. With lifetime sales of 1,4 million and a lifetime wishlist above 1,1 million, the date for the game’s 1.0 launch later in the year is highly anticipated.

Oberhaching, Germany – Independent development team Angry Bulls Studio and Publisher Toplitz Productions are showcasing new gameplay for the isometric action-adventure Survive The Fall in a fresh trailer which premiered last night at the prestigious Future Games Show.

Watch the new trailer on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Y4WOWbywBZw

Together with this exclusive first look at the latest version of the anticipated game, a new demo for the exhilarating gameplay cocktail, which mixes exploration, fierce fights against a variety of factions, looting, resource management, crafting and base building was also published on Steam.

Go to Steam now and experience this unique blend for yourself with the new demo. Are you ready to Survive The Fall? Get the demo for Survive The Fall

Oberhaching, Germany – Polish development team EmpireCraft Studios and German publisher Toplitz Productions proudly announce Wild West Pioneers, a fresh take on city-builders, combining beloved classic gameplay elements with contemporary visuals and modern comfort.

Become a visionary and shape the foundation of America, when you set out to explore and colonize the frontier. After humble beginnings, you can eventually establish a townhall and expand the encampment you started with into a hustling and bustling city.

Manage resources, while you take care of the residents and their individual needs like food, water and safety. Appoint sheriffs, build up defense systems and protect your aspiring, prospering town from outlaws and wild animals.

Learn to secure new territories via scouts or colonization posts, explore the strategic map, manage multiple settlements and adapt to challenges waiting for you in the undiscovered frontier. Enjoy the diverse environments, follow the captivating narrative and participate in quests.

“We are very happy to work with EmpireCraft Studios on Wild West Pioneers”, comments Matthias Wünsche, CEO Toplitz Productions. “They have embraced our core philosophy of creating ‘Games with Heart and Soul,’ bringing a thoughtful and well-crafted approach to the city builder genre. Their vision strikes a careful balance between modern design and the classic appeal of strategic settlement building. We look forward to seeing players shape their own communities and experience life on the American frontier.”

Wild West Pioneers will be released later in 2025 on PC in Early Access. Further information on the game can be found on the Steam product page, where it can be wishlisted already. 

Wild West Pioneers on Steam

Oberhaching, Germany  – Independent Polish development studio Play2Chill and German publisher Toplitz Productions jointly announce that they inked a publishing deal for the upcoming city builder Aztecs: The Last Sun.

Slated for a release on PC later this year, Aztecs: The Last Sun marks a return of the classic isometric city builder, but adding a modern twist. The player is tasked to become one of the great leaders of ancient civilizations by building and shaping the city state of Tenochtitlan, the pride of one of the defining mesoamerican societies.

Links:
The new video on YouTube
Permafrost on Steam
Join the Permafrost Discord server

About SpaceRocket Games
SpaceRocket games was founded in 2023. However, the seeds of what would become the flagship project, Permafrost, were sown a bit earlier. Initially, in December 2022, a dedicated trio began to mold the prototype in a somewhat informal setting. Fast forward to the present, and our team has expanded to 15 members. This diverse group consists of talented game designers, programmers, and graphic artists. Our ranks include both individuals just making their debut in the game development world and seasoned veterans who’ve contributed to numerous projects.

About Toplitz Productions
The German-Austrian publisher, whose name originates from the mysterious Toplitz Lake in the heart of Austria, develops and publishes games with “heart & soul” for all platforms. The company consists of a healthy mix of experienced industry veterans and young talents, all of whom are passionate gamers. They enjoy working with creative developers on many exciting titles, such as those from the “Dynasty” and “Giant” series.

Stay up to date and learn everything worth knowing about Toplitz Productions by following the company on X, Facebook, the official  website and Instagram.