As part of Digital Tabletop Fest 4: Roll of the Dice, Tess and John from Mars Horizon 2: The Search for Life are joined in an exclusive panel by Alexia Mallet, Modelling and Simulation Engineer, and Pantelis Poulakis, Mission Project Manager, from the European Space Agency (ESA).

Our guests will discuss a range of topics from the on-going mission to find life on Mars, and how real-life rocket science (and its challenges) play a part in the game design of Mars Horizon 2: The Search for Life. Mark your calendars - this is one you don’t want to miss!

• 📆 Date: Sunday 10th March
  
• ⏰ Time: 7:00am PT | 10:00am PT | 1:00pm PT

Panelists

Moderators

• John O'Donnell - Lead Designer at Auroch Digital - He/Him
  
• Tess Cartwright - Producer at Auroch Digital - She/Her
  Both working on Mars Horizon 2: The Search for Life

ESA Representatives

• Alexia Mallet - Modelling and Simulation Manager - She/Her
  
• Pantelis Poulakis - Mission Project Manager - He/Him

Important Links

https://www.esa.int/



https://store.steampowered.com/app/2281620/Mars_Horizon_2_The_Search_for_Life/

https://store.steampowered.com/app/765810/Mars_Horizon/

Hello everyone!

March is here and we would like to update you what's happening this month! ːsteamhappyː

1. The public demo launch day is tentatively scheduled for as early as March 15th and no later than March 25th.
   
2. If you're interested in helping us playtest and report bugs, please make sure to join our Discord!
   If we have any early playtest we'll make an announcement there!

• We've optimized the game's performance with a new scenario. (The last playtest was super laggy.)
  
• New Town Arrangement
  
• New Artwork in the Antique Shop and many more relics!

Unfortunately, we didn't have the demo ready in time, but make sure to check out the other amazing games at the event!




- Thank you, Robin Caspers, for the German localization ❤️
- Thank you, Elstan Evallyo, for the Russian localization ❤️

We are still in need of translations for Chinese, Japanese, and Korean.
If you are proficient in any of these languages and would like to contribute!
Please let us know by joining our Discord server.
(Any other languages that are not listed here and you would like to help out is cool as well!)

And, of course, thank you all for your incredible support! We hope you look forward to our demo!👍
The Northwind Team, Barking Kitten Interactive. 🐾

- We've deployed a MAJOR gameplay overhaul! Enjoy a tightly balanced game with more impactful cards and powerful mechanics.
- DRAFT MODE has been unlocked! Build a deck on the fly and compete for prizes in this fun new game mode.

More details will be posted soon.

Hi Ranchers! 🐴🌻 We’ve now reached the third milestone on The Ranch of Rivershine’s roadmap: The Rocky Mountain trail! This area opens up a ton of new content including new competitions, wild dapple horses, new tack colors, a flexibility training arena, and a new horse statue!

Additionally, The Ranch of Rivershine is currently on sale! It’s a perfect time to grab the game and head onto the mountain trails!

The Rocky Mountain trail features steep inclines, hanging bridges, and herds of wild goats! You’ll be able to ride around this new area and upgrade it with cross country obstacles, a wild horse pen, and a flexibility arena... And don't forget to look for the three hidden tack chests!


A new lively track will also be playing on this trail... Give it a listen here!


After opening the Rocky Mountain trail, you'll have access to four new cross country competitions. If you've already unlocked all the competitions, these will all become available instantly. If not, you'll unlock them as you progress through the questline!



I've also created two new obstacle sets to decorate these new courses!


The flexibility arena is finally here! Wave around a line of barrels to pass through the flexibility checkpoints and quickly train your horse.



Purchase this arena from River and upgrade it twice after that to use it multiple times per day.


The wild horses sighted in Rocky Mountain have interesting coat colors… It's dapples! After building the Rocky Mountain wild horse pen, you'll be able to catch these horses and add them to your stables.

Dapples are a new type of coat modifier and can be mixed with all coat colors and patterns. This results in a ton of new coat color combinations to discover! Dapples are available in five different strengths, from minimum to maximum.

Here’s an example of how the different dapples look on a black horse!


All the tack is available in new colors at the saddlery! The fabric tack has four new shades: pink, purple, teal and orange! The leather tack also has two additional shades: light brown and dark brown.

Here's a preview of the new fabric color range!


Since the horse interface was getting a bit too cluttered with all the equipment, I’ve also reworked it to make it easier to find the color you want!

• Reduced the cost of early upgrades and tack items.
  
• Changed all competition times to be a little easier.

For the next content update, I'll be tackling the foal training! This will allow you to interact with your foal in new ways and do more activities with them. Alongside that, I'll also implement horse personalities to make each of your horse more unique!

If you'd like to see more development news and participate in beta testing for upcoming updates, be sure to join the official The Ranch of Rivershine Discord!

Thank you for reading and happy trail riding everyone!
Éloïse

Small fixes and opening up of Southmir for early testing.

The Pioneer Survival Pack - DayZ and Rust Bundle at 40% Off!

We're excited to announce an incredible opportunity for survival game enthusiasts on Steam!
The Pioneer Survival Pack, featuring two iconic titles, DayZ and Rust, is now available at an amazing 40% discount.

Both games have recently celebrated their 10th anniversaries in December, marking a decade of thrilling survival experiences, countless updates, and a vibrant community of players. To commemorate this milestone, players were treated to in-game events, limited-time items, and more.

https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/38847/Pioneer_Survival_Pack/

Don't miss out on this chance to dive into two of the most compelling survival games at a fantastic discount. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to these adventures, The Pioneer Survival Pack offers an extraordinary journey into the heart of survival gaming.

Join the adventure and thrive in the worlds of DayZ and Rust today!

Check out our latest update here:
https://steamcommunity.com/games/221100/announcements/detail/6123276394799002945

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Greetings, Potions Masters!

Today is the day we've all been brewing potions, casting spells, and eagerly awaiting. Potions: A Curious Tale is now officially launched and ready to enchant your world!

As we unveil this magical journey, it’s hard not to feel the buzz of excitement and the warm glow of gratitude. From the bottom of our cauldrons, we want to thank each and every one of you for your unwavering support, belief, and enthusiasm that have fueled this adventure. Without our incredible community, this day wouldn’t be as spellbinding.

For a little extra magic, we also have a live action trailer featuring Renee Gittins (that's me!), directed by Terence Tolman, and with music by Major Bruno:




"Potions: A Curious Tale" is more than just a game. It’s a testament to the power of perseverance, the beauty of diversity, and the strength found in kindness. As Luna navigates a world rich with folklore and faced with puzzles that challenge the mind rather than the might, we're reminded of the importance of looking beyond the surface and valuing the magic within each of us.


With the stars aligning in the most magical way, tomorrow marks International Women's Day, and we couldn't think of a better moment for "Potions: A Curious Tale" to make its debut. Our protagonist, Luna, is not just any young witch; she's a beacon of resilience, intelligence, and empathy. It's our deepest hope that Luna’s journey will inspire the next generation of girls to see themselves as creators, thinkers, and, most importantly, as the heroes of their own stories.


As we step into this new chapter, we invite you to dive into the enchanting world of Potions: A Curious Tale. Explore, craft, and discover alongside Luna. And if her story moves you, consider sharing this magical journey with someone special. On the eve of International Women's Day, let's spread the message that adventure, creativity, and empathy know no bounds.

Here is the Steam page link for you to share: https://store.steampowered.com/app/378690/Potions_A_Curious_Tale/

Thank you, once again, for joining us on this incredible journey. Your support has turned this dream into a reality, and for that, we are eternally grateful. Here's to countless adventures in the enchanting world of "Potions: A Curious Tale" – may it fill your days with wonder, learning, and lots of potion brewing!

With all the magic in the world,

Renee and the Potions: A Curious Tale Team

P.S. Keep your wands ready, your cauldrons bubbling, and your hearts open to the endless possibilities that await. The adventure is just beginning!

P.P.S. Please join our Discord if you haven't, we'd love to have you as part of the community! https://discord.gg/QS2SN55CC4

Dear Knights of Chivalry: Medieval Warfare,

After careful consideration and evaluation, we’ve made the decision that after 12 years of support the official servers for 2012’s Chivalry: Medieval Warfare and its DLC Chivalry: Deadliest Warrior, will be taken offline as of April 8th 2024. This decision was not made lightly, and we understand it may impact those dedicated players who wish to play one of their favorite games.

Rest assured that this change won’t render Chivalry: Medieval Warfare unplayable as unofficial servers have been available for players to access since close to launch. The decision to sunset the official servers come as a result of various factors, including dwindling player count since the introduction of Chivalry 2, evolving industry standards, and the need to allocate resources where they could better serve the Chivalry community as a whole.

As a final celebration towards Chivalry: Medieval Warfare, Torn Banner Studios staff will be playing throughout the day on Friday, April 5th. Jump on and see if you can strike down a Dev on their own turf.

We like to express our sincerest gratitude for the fans of Chivalry: Medieval Warfare and how its success over these last 12 years has helped us grow and achieve greater and more impressive goals everyday.

Many exciting months lie behind me and I am really happy that you finally have the opportunity to discover "A Twisted Tale" - with full English and German voice over!

This milestone would not have been possible without the support of the community, the wonderful efforts of the voice actors and the wonderful people who have accompanied me on this journey of solo development. I can't thank you enough for that.

For you players, this means that you can already discover Vio's adventures. Even though the game will be told across 7 chapters, it does not mean that you are playing a half-finished adventure. Each chapter has its own characters, settings, puzzles and stories. The average playing time of the first chapter is 6-8 hours. All further chapters will have at least this length.

Vio's adventures, the stories, settings and the frame story of the adventure are already written and I can hardly wait to continue telling Vio's story. And to continue this heptalogy with you and create it together.

So please feel invited to drop by the A Twisted Tale Discord server. I will also be streaming again at the start of the visible development of chapter 2 so that you can actively participate in the development process. The community has already left a lasting impression in the first chapter, which you can discover in the character Ned Harvey and the Puddelstones. This input from the community is incredibly important to me and I believe that the game will be enriched by it.

I'm really looking forward to continuing Vio's journey with you and telling her story. The sales of the first chapter will go directly into the development of "A Twisted Tale". I hope that enough will be raised so that further translations (Spanish, French and Polish) can be realised. Chapter 1 alone contains over 73 pages (18212 words) of text in English and 76 pages (17836 words) in German. And who knows, maybe soon I won't have to do everything as a solo developer ;)

I wish you lots of fun with A Twisted Tale and a smile or two.

Greetings from Germany,
Eva