“What a special moment this is, and a chance to gather around the games, the universes, the bonds that continue to inspire our work, our friendships, and our lives,” Faries stated in her address to the BlizzCon audience. “My hope is that our coming together can remind the world why community like this matters so much, why artistry matters, why creativity matters, and why making and playing games will matter always.” 

Below is a rundown of every major announcement from the Opening Ceremony. Together, everything unveiled onstage marks the beginning of Blizzard’s next chapter, one that’s deeply personal to the teams bringing it to life, with much more still to come. For a deeper dive, check out the official blog post, and visit Blizzard Files for photos, press kits, and more. Stay tuned to the official BlizzCon livestream for even more details as BlizzCon unfolds.

• World of Warcraft®: Forever
  • Carve new paths and explore unseen corners of Azeroth in World of Warcraft: Forever, our new, third World of Warcraft experience alongside Modern and Classic. Forever launches 5 November AEDT (Beta starts 18 September AEST) with three new zones, over 1,000 new quests, nine new dungeons, two new raids, the new Skyborne race, and so much more.
• Diablo® V
  • Diablo’s next era begins with Diablo® V, launching in North American Spring 2029. Sanctuary has fallen, and Diablo has won. Players must confront the question at the heart of this new chapter: what must you become when the world has already fallen?
• StarCraft®
  • A new mission calls: STARCRAFT returns with a story-driven, open-world shooter, coming North American Spring 2030! 
• Blizzard Entertainment
  • After decades of bringing entire universes to life through games, Blizzard is partnering with some creative powerhouses to tell even more stories beyond gaming across new screens. An animated series set in the world of Diablo is in development with Netflix. More details will be shared in the future, but this is only the beginning, with even more taking shape across the Blizzard universe.
• Warcraft® III
  • With its first new storyline in over 23 years, Warcraft RTS is back! Warcraft III Reforged’s new campaign Forsaken Kingdom is available today, exploring the tragic fall of Lordaeron and how it came to be known as the Undercity, alongside the 3.0 update which brings major improvements to the Warcraft III experience including a graphics update and revamped World Editor. 

• Heroes of the Storm®
  • Xal’atath is joining Heroes of the Storm as its newest Hero, arriving in the Nexus on 29 September AEST, available on PTR 15 September AEST. There may even be more to come for Heroes in the future!
• Diablo® IV
  • Diablo IV: Season of Hell’s Legacy begins 16 September AEST, bringing the franchise’s 30-year legacy into the game with the return of the Prime Evils and Deckard Cain, alongside rewards and gear inspired by every era of Diablo.
  • The legendary Amazon arrives in the first half of 2027 in Diablo IV’s first class pack, wielding her iconic bow alongside the javelin. 
  • The Diablo IV: Age of Hatred Collection arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 on 16 September AEST, offering cross-platform play, cross-progression, and an evolving endgame wherever players choose to play.
• World of Warcraft®
  • At the midpoint of The Worldsoul Saga in the Midnight expansion, World of Warcraft’s next major update Eclipse (12.2) sees Xal’atath drawing ever closer to her goal of claiming Azeroth’s Worldsoul. 
  • WoW’s next expansion The Last Titan stands to be the culmination of over two decades of Warcraft, bringing an extraordinary chapter of storytelling to a close while laying the groundwork for what comes next. Players can expect more information to come early next year.
• Overwatch®
  • Season 5 brings new Support Hero Doctrine, major hero reworks for Sombra and Roadhog, the new map Watchpoint: Grimsvötn, along with the conclusion of The Reign of Talon, the first year-long narrative arc in Overwatch history.
  • YOASOBI will perform at BlizzCon’s first-ever esports halftime show during the Overwatch World Cup. LE SSERAFIMreturns to the BlizzCon Main Stage to close out BlizzCon weekend with a live performance, a prelude to their upcoming U.S. tour.
  • Celebrating their return to BlizzCon, a new LE SSERAFIM in-game collaboration is available now. 
  • With even more news and announcements in store, the next Overwatch Spotlight arrives in February 2027. 
• Hearthstone®
  • The Monk, Hearthstone’s first new class in over six years, bursts onto the scene in 2027, bringing its signature fluid playstyle and adaptable nature to the Tavern.
  • Hearthstone’s next expansion Reign of the Black Empire takes Hearthstone back to the earliest age of Azeroth, long before the Old Gods were imprisoned. The new keyword Assemble merges two cards into a powerful new one, opening the door for some wildly unpredictable combinations.
  • The overhauled Journal is jam-packed with stories from each expansion, with all of the quests, achievements, and events from past adventures brought together in one place.
  • Battlegrounds is adding a new minion type: Aberrations, interdimensional beings born of the Old Gods’ influence.

BlizzCon is Blizzard Entertainment’s premier community celebration, bringing players together from around the world for a weekend of games, announcements, hands-on experiences, esports, developer panels, cosplay, and unforgettable moments. BlizzCon is the official gathering place for the global Blizzard community to celebrate the worlds, characters, and stories that connect players across the universes of Warcraft, Diablo, Overwatch, Hearthstone, and beyond. 

Stay tuned to the official BlizzCon livestream to dive deeper into what’s next across Blizzard games and to catch all the excitement from developer panels to esports to Community Night and beyond. 

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Over in Call of Duty: Warzone, Haven’s Hollow gets a dark and twisted transformation into Haunted Hollow, featuring Giant Infected Mode and the Ghost Train. Players can also gear up with the DOOM Event Pass, new Base Weapons, and a Battle Pass headlined by new Operator Blackjack.

Check out the Season 06 trailer here.

Here’s what players can look forward to in Season 06:

Multiplayer:

• Multiplayer Maps: Breach an Arctic computing facility in the frigid Quantum, encounter unexplainable horrors in Bloodstead, and drop into Zombies-themed maps Roadkill, Lost, and Inferno for the competitive T.E.D.D. Trials. 
• Multiplayer Limited-Time Modes: In T.E.D.D. Trials, victory goes to the team who completes the most tasks, featuring 6v6 matchups across three Zombies maps. In Hordepoint, control the objective to turn the undead against your foes, and immobilise the enemy in Freeze Tag. 
• Black Ops 7 Ranked Play: Get wins and climb the Ranks in the next season of Multiplayer Ranked Play, including new seasonal rewards. 

Zombies:

• New Survival Map: The undead have overrun the Masaki family’s ancestral castle in the Tenshu Survival map. Rally your squad, fight to survive in Kowakujō’s central keep, and reach round milestones to earn rewards. 
• Rex Infernus Directed Mode, Starting Room: Directed Mode arrives for Rex Infernus, giving players extra guidance when tackling the Main Quest. In Starting Room, see how far you can get without leaving the House. 
• Major Rogue Run Update: Get new pedestal rewards in Rogue Run including Pack-a-Punch IV, an Ultra-Rarity weapon upgrade, and Golden Armor. Plus, drop into Casual and Hardcore playlists featuring Paradox Junction and Kowakujō. 
• Super Easter Egg: Players who have completed every Main Quest across all of Black Ops 7’s Round-Based Zombies Maps are in for a new surprise and fresh rewards… 

Call of Duty: Warzone:

• Beware Haunted Hollow: Fight through the darkness that has consumed Haven’s Hollow. Uncover twisted new discoveries, hidden routes, and eerie encounters before surviving the Map-exclusive Giant Infected Limited-Time Mode. 
• Returning Limited-Time Mode: Join a 64-player match of Giant Infected. Taking place exclusively on Haunted Hollow, it’s Survivors vs. Infected with the Survivors working to arm and detonate a DNA Bomb before they get overrun by the Infected.
• New Winstreak Challenges: Earn six new Weapon Camos with new Season 06 Winstreak Challenges across Battle Royale, Resurgence, and Black Ops Royale. 
• Ranked Play: Resurgence: Rank up and earn rewards in a shortened competitive season of Ranked Play: Resurgence. Get details on SR tuning this season with more info arriving in the Season 06 patch notes. 

Endgame:

• Night Falls on Avalon: The Haunting brings nightfall to Endgame’s Avalon, changing up the gameplay experience as Operators take on Activities and Assignments after dark. 
• New World Event: A new guest has arrived with The Haunting. Call upon the darkness in the Forbidden Summoning Event. 

Across all Modes:

• New Weapons, Attachments: The Battle Pass brings the TR51 Para Assault Rifle and iconic VMP SMG, while Events and Weekly Challenges introduce the Arcblade Melee Weapon, Roc 20mm Special Weapon, and an assortment of new Attachments. 
• New Challenges, Events, and Rewards: Discover new Dark Ops Challenges, earn new Weapon Camos during the Camo Costume Party Event and face off against the horrors of Hell with help from the DOOM Event Pass. Unlock new rewards including the Arcblade Melee Weapon, Roc 20mm Special Weapon, and others. 
• Battle Pass and BlackCell: Unlock new Weapon Blueprints, Operator Skins, Calling Cards, Finishing Moves, Emotes, and more across a mix of free and premium tiers in the Season 06 Battle Pass. Purchase BlackCell to earn additional rewards including the “Revenant” Operator and Mastercraft Weapon Blueprint, both featuring additional unlockable variants via in-game challenges. 
• Weekly Challenges: Complete Weekly Challenges throughout the season to unlock new Attachments, Camo rewards, and XP. Plus, unlock over 45 Weapon Camos earnable throughout Season 06! 
• New Store Offerings: New Store drops include a variety of Bundles delivering premium content including Ultra Skins, Reactive content, and Mastercraft Weapon Blueprints.

Check out the Call of Duty blog for all the Season 06 intel.

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Whether you’re attending in person or watching the official livestream, get ready for BlizzCon with these essentials:

• Programming Schedule: Plan your must-see moments across the weekend, from the Opening Ceremony and major panels to esports competitions and Community Night. Some items on the schedule will remain under wraps until they are revealed during the BlizzCon Opening Ceremony.
• Viewership Guide: For those joining from home, BlizzCon programming will be livestreamed free for everyone across Blizzard’s official YouTube and Twitch channels as well as on Battle.net.* The broadcast will include the Opening Ceremony, major panels, and esports competitions, with opportunities to earn in-game drops on participating YouTube and Twitch streams.
• Floor Map: A first look at the 2026 show floor reveals much about what lies in store for attendees at the Anaheim Convention Center, but a few areas will remain hidden until after the Opening Ceremony.

The full “Know Before You Go” guide also covers everything in-person attendees need to prepare, including registration and badge pickup, show hours, Opening Ceremony details, the BlizzCon Merch Store, Darkmoon Faire, add-on experiences, esports, Community Night, cosplay, the March of the Murlocs, and more.

Celebrations for BlizzCon 2026 are already underway on the Battle.net Shop! The BlizzCon Digital Bundles offer a collection of in-game items from World of Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Diablo® IV, Diablo® Immortal, and Hearthstone®. The BlizzCon Ultimate Collection includes all five individual bundles plus additional in-game items. Players can also claim limited-time free rewards for Heroes of the Storm® and StarCraft® II, no purchase necessary. BlizzCon Digital Bundles and free rewards are available now through 29 September 2026 AEST.**

See you at BlizzCon!

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Stepping into her role as nubia Philippines’ Maxxing Queen, Sanya is set to bring a new energy to the world of live commerce as she joins nubia’s 9.9 celebration across TikTok and Shopee. The special live selling event will give fans and shoppers an interactive way to discover featured nubia devices, exclusive offers, limited time deals, and special rewards available during the campaign.

More than just another 9.9 sale, NEOverse 9.9 MAXXING transforms online shopping into an experience where consumers can maximize not only their savings, but also their tech, entertainment, and everyday experiences.

From Max Out Your World to Max Out Your Deals

Building on the success of NEOverse Max Out, which encouraged users to maximize the things they love and the experiences that matter to them, nubia Philippines is taking the campaign into its next chapter with 9.9 MAXXING.

This time, the MAXXING mindset extends to the shopping experience, giving consumers more opportunities to max out their deals, maximize their savings, and get more value from every purchase.

Throughout the 9.9 campaign, consumers can shop through nubia Philippines’ official TikTok Shop, Shopee, and Lazada channels and enjoy a range of exclusive offers, including limited time discounts, vouchers, freebies, and special rewards, while promotional stocks last.

Shoppers can also enjoy Buy 1, Get Up to 4 Freebies on selected products, with possible rewards including a phone cooler, mini fan, charging cable, and Viu Philippines Premium Subscription, depending on the applicable product and promotion.

Adding even more excitement to the shopping event are special live selling deals and limited time offers available during the NEOverse 9.9 MAXXING Live Fest on TikTok and Shopee.

For shoppers looking to score bigger savings, selected devices from nubia Neo 5 Series will also be featured in special 9.9 offers, including a limited ₱99 deal on Shopee, while promotional stocks last.

The Maxxing Queen Goes Live

At the center of the NEOverse 9.9 MAXXING Live Fest is Sanya Lopez, who is stepping into the world of live commerce with nubia Philippines for the first time.

Known for her versatility and growing presence across entertainment and brand collaborations, Sanya continues to embrace new experiences and opportunities beyond the screen. As nubia’s Maxxing Queen, she now takes on a new role in live commerce, giving fans an opportunity to see a different side of the actress.

During the special live selling event, Sanya will join nubia Philippines to interact with viewers, showcase selected nubia products, and bring exclusive 9.9 offers directly to consumers, combining entertainment, interaction, and shopping in one experience.

Her live selling debut reflects the spirit of MAXXING itself: trying something new, going beyond expectations, and making the most out of every opportunity.

Max Out Your Tech

At the heart of the NEOverse 9.9 MAXXING campaign is the nubia Neo 5 Series, a lineup designed for users who want to maximize performance, entertainment, and everyday productivity.

For those who want more screen and more power, the nubia Neo 5 Max PadPhone delivers a massive 7.5 inch 1.5K display paired with a 7,100mAh battery, giving users an immersive viewing experience and the power to keep up with their everyday entertainment and activities.

Meanwhile, the nubia Neo 5 GT Special Edition is built for performance focused users with its AquaCore Cooling System, featuring liquid and air dual active cooling technology designed to help maintain sustained performance during intensive gaming.

Beyond smartphones, the wider NEOverse ecosystem gives consumers more ways to build and personalize their tech setup, with devices and accessories designed to complement different lifestyles and passions.

With the right tech in hand, there is always more to play, create, watch, and experience, making every upgrade another way to Max Out Your World.

Catch The Maxxing Queen Live

As part of the NEOverse 9.9 MAXXING campaign, the nubia Live Fest brings the MAXXING experience to life across nubia Philippines’ official TikTok and Shopee channels.

The highlight of the Live Fest comes on September 8, 2026, at 7:00 PM, when Sanya Lopez takes the spotlight for her first ever live selling appearance with nubia Philippines. Fans and shoppers can tune in for an exciting live session featuring exclusive 9.9 deals, special vouchers, freebies, and limited-time offers, while getting the chance to interact with the Maxxing Queen herself.

The Live Fest adds an entertainment driven element to the campaign, giving consumers more ways to discover nubia devices, interact with the brand, and unlock live only offers and surprises.

Catch nubia Philippines’ 9.9 deals through its official TikTok, Shopee, and Lazada stores throughout the campaign, and tune in to the nubia Live Fest on September 8 at 7:00 PM for exclusive offers and surprises.

As the NEOverse continues to grow, nubia Philippines aims to create a bigger space where people can celebrate the things they are passionate about and find the tools that help them go further. NEOverse 9.9 MAXXING is a chance to find out just how much you can Max Out.

The question remains: What are YOU MAXXING?

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SB19’s streaming story is unique as they are known beyond a single breakout moment. Since “GENTO”, the group has maintained more than 1.4 million global monthly listener base on Spotify, built and sustained by fans across multiple releases, cross-market collaborations, and the power of playlisting.

SB19 joined RADAR Philippines in March 2020 as one of the Filipino artists featured in the program’s global launch, with 141,489 monthly listeners on Spotify. Six years later, they performed at Lollapalooza with over 1.4 million monthly listeners. As SB19 moved through eras, Spotify’s playlists carried each chapter to new listeners.

MAPA earned a spot on Tatak Pinoy. Gento broke through Viral Hits Philippines, and SB19’s monthly listeners nearly quadrupled in three months. When Spotify launched P-Pop On The Rise to give the genre a dedicated home, SB19 were the first artists on the cover. That reach also started crossing borders. Their JVKE collaboration brought a Tagalog verse into a global hit, while joint track Toyfriend with Japan’s BE:FIRST landed on the cover of Hot Hits Japan.

“The more places SB19 showed up on Spotify, the more their audience grew and stuck around. Our playlists like Tatak Pinoy, P-Pop On The Rise, and Viral Hits Philippines are how millions of listeners discover what to listen to next. And what stands out with SB19 is that every era gave us a reason to champion them again. Each time, the audience got bigger and stayed longer. From playlists to podcasts to a first-of-its-kind Listening Party that drew fans from around the world, it’s exciting to see an artist and their fans growing together on Spotify,” said Chesca Tan, Lead Editor for Spotify Philippines.

Fans and new listeners alike found ways to go deeper with SB19 on Spotify. A’TIN tuned into the group’s exclusive podcast Atin Atin Lang between releases, joined the Pagsibol-era A’TIN ‘To! jeepney art activation, and showed up 20,000-strong for SB19’s Listening Party— a first by a Filipino artist on Spotify. For newer listeners, Discover Weekly, Release Radar, and DJ kept surfacing SB19 tracks to people who hadn’t searched for them directly. 

SB19 reflects, “When we debuted eight years ago, we never imagined performing at international festivals or hearing fans around the world sing our songs back to us. A’TIN has been with us through every chapter, and Spotify has helped more listeners discover our music. Every milestone reminds us how far we’ve come and motivates us to keep creating music that makes Filipinos proud.” 

Read more about SB19’s journey in The Come Up here.

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Call of Duty: Warzone Season 05 Reloaded arrives 21 August 2AM AEST with a new Multiplayer map, Turbo Tilt, a pinball-inspired take on Nuketown, plus a second Freerun obstacle course and the return of Cranked Moshpit. Zombies closes out its Black Ops 7 storyline with Rex Infernus, the final Round-Based map, as the crew makes their last stand against the Warden. Over in Call of Duty: Warzone, Loaded Resurgence joins in as a Weekend LTM, and Special Delivery Drones drop new Weapon Camos for anyone who can shoot them down. It’s also the last chance to play Endgame for free, as the mode moves to Black Ops 7 owners only starting next season. 

Check out the Season 05 Reloaded trailer here. 

Here’s what’s coming in Season 05 Reloaded: 

Multiplayer: 

Multiplayer Maps: Battle inside a massive pinball machine built from iconic Nuketown history as bumpers, ramps, and targets come alive in the brand-new Turbo Tilt Multiplayer map. Explore obstacles and locations from the infamous cul-de-sac while striving for a high score. Plus, undertake a new obstacle course in Freerun: Descent, offering rewards to Operators who prove their skill across seven zones of escalating mobility challenges.

Cranked Returns: In Cranked Moshpit, eliminate enemies to earn Operator buffs and start the Cranked timer. Keep slaying and stay on the objective to keep the timer and your life from running out.

Zombies: 

New Round-Based Zombies Map – Rex Infernus: Confront the Warden in the grand finale of the Black Ops 7 Zombies storyline as the crew attempts to save reality itself. Welcome to Rex Infernus, the next and final Round-Based Zombies map launching with Season 05 Reloaded.

New Enemies, Trap, and Quest Rewards: Stand up to deadly Deathspinners and the Web Mother, swarming the crew with a mix of melee attacks and ranged web projectiles. Smash foes to pieces with the aid of the new Titan Trap and earn rewards while taking on the Main Quest in Standard and Cursed Mode.

New Features: Trap enemies in an explosion of webs with the new Widow’s Wine Perk-a-Cola and greatly empower your weapon with the Fully Packed Ultra GobbleGum. Dig through the Mystery Box in Rex Infernus for the chance to earn the new TR2 Marksman Rifle and Olympia Shotgun legacy weapons!

Call of Duty: Warzone 

Mid-Season LTM: Loaded Resurgence arrives as a Weekend LTM.

New Gameplay Features: Take on a Most Wanted Contract to secure the Quickdrop Kit, cutting down your squad’s redeploy time in Resurgence. And keep your eyes to the sky as Special Delivery Drones appear; bring one down and survive to claim new Weapon Camos.

End Game: 

The Burn Continues: Kick up dust with the continuation of the limited-time Burn Run Assignment, challenging Operators to race through dozens of flaming checkpoints while knocking over enemies and obstacles and grabbing power-ups to help beat the clock.

Last Chance for Free to Play: Play Endgame for free through the end of Season 05. Invite your friends to join the squad and level up and earn rewards through the co-operative game mode’s multiple Operations.

Across all modes: 

New Weapons, Attachments: Get medieval and rush enemies with the new Mace Melee Weapon, combining long reach with high damage attacks to help break the enemy line. Other Weekly Challenge rewards include the RK-9 Calibrated Strike System and the Peacekeeper MK1 Gauss Accelerator.

New Events: Face the Warden with Zombies-themed rewards including new Operator Skins and more earned in the Last Call Event, race through the Freerun: Descent obstacle course in a new Challenge Event and earn new Emblems and Weapon Camos through the

Call of Duty: Warzone Ranked Series event.  

New Store Offerings: The Mid-Season delivers new Bundles featuring premium content including Ultra Skins, Reactive content, and Mastercraft Weapon Blueprints, including a selection of Zombies themed Bundles providing the perfect sendoff for the final

Black Ops 7 Zombies map, Rex Infernus.  

For full Season 05 Reloaded details, head to the Call of Duty

blog.

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Azeroth’s champions will need to steel themselves as they delve into the venomous caverns and explore the deeply hidden secrets of the Amani people.in

Live with today’s update:

• Lair: The Tidebound Grotto – World Difficulty
• New Dungeon: Altar of Fangs
• Midnight Dungeons – Heroic and Mythic 0 difficulties (Mythic 0 is on a weekly reset and drops 292 item level gear).
• Fresh Dungeon Rotation – Altar of Fangs (New Dungeon), Murder Row, Den of Nalorakk, The Blinding Vale, Voidscar Arena, Kings’ Rest (Battle for Azeroth), Temple of Sethraliss (Battle for Azeroth), and Ruby Life Pools (Dragonflight)
• Prey Season 2 – Normal and Hard Modes
• Delves Season 2 – Nemesis ? Difficulty, All Tiers, No Bountiful
• Training Grounds: Arenas
• Credit toward Great Vault Season 2 rewards begins.

Live on 19 August AEST with the start of Season 2:

• NEW! The Venomous Abyss Raid – Normal, Heroic, Mythic, and Raid Finder Wing 1
• Mythic+ Season 2
• Mythic 0 is on a daily reset (drops 292 item level gear)
• PvP Season 2
• Delves Season 2 – Nemesis ?? Difficulty, Bountiful Delves, and Keys
• Prey Season 2 – Nightmare Mode and Curse of the Isle
• Great Vault Season 2 Gear becomes available.
• Lair: The Tidebound Grotto – Normal, Heroic and Mythic (Flexible-Scaling) Difficulties

More information about Curse of Ula’tek can be found on the World of Warcraft website. Visual assets can be found in the Blizzard Press Center here.

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They aren’t.

Inspired by authentic locations and unbelievable stories from Finland in the 1990s, Finnish indie studio Lohkare Games Oy today announced that Last Drop will launch in Early Access on Steam on August 18, 2026.

Watch the Early Access Launch Trailer here: https://youtu.be/_h_vC4RUB7w

Set in a faithfully recreated Finnish city, players step into the shoes of Seppo “Zeze” Sahtivaara, a man who has a dream to be a writer, struggles to survive in a world where arguments are settled with fists, money is always short, and every day brings a new story worth telling.

Unlike traditional open-world action games, Last Drop replaces firearms with a deep, skill-based 1v1 combat system inspired by classic fighting games. New fighting techniques aren’t unlocked through experience points, but by watching over-the-top VHS action movies scattered throughout the world.

Outside the fights, life continues.

Drive beaten-up ‘90s cars through forests and country roads, ride bicycles, work odd jobs, spend evenings at the local pub, heat up the lakeside sauna and try to keep Zeze’s finances and his Drunkenness under control while navigating a cinematic story filled with unforgettable characters.

The city and many small towns live in their own schedule. Shops open and close throughout the day, weather changes naturally, and every street, forest and lakeside location is closely inspired by real places in Finland.

But what really makes Last Drop stand apart is its authenticity and raw feeling.

Many of the game’s strangest characters, bizarre encounters and memorable events are  rooted in real stories. As unbelievable as they may seem, much of what players experience was inspired by actual events, giving the game a personality rarely seen in modern open-world adventures.

“We didn’t want to create another generic open-world game,” said Henri, Founder & CEO of Lohkare Games Oy. “We wanted to capture a time and place where we grew up. Some players will laugh because it’s ridiculous. Others will laugh because they may feel like they know someone  like these characters.”

Key Features

A World Inspired by Real Life

Explore an authentic recreation of rural Finland, city of Nykylä and towns in the mid-1990s.

Old-School 1v1 Combat

Master a deep fighting-game-inspired combat system where, stats, timing, movement and skill matter more than brute force. Learn new moves by watching VHS action movies.

Open-World Life

Drive retro cars, ride bikes, take on odd jobs, earn money, visit pubs, heat up the sauna and experience everyday life beyond the main story.

Build Your Own Zeze

Develop Health, Strength, Agility and Stamina while managing your wallet, inventory and Drunkenness level throughout the adventure.

A Living Finnish Towns

Go around the world and experience many small towns, a lot of forests and lakes. Try to sell moonshine to NPC characters and you have to learn who is a friend, because enemies might beat you.

A Cinematic Story

Discover a Tarantino-style story told through movie-inspired cutscenes and memorable characters in a uniquely Finnish setting.

Last Drop launches in Early Access on Steam on August 18, 2026 with first part of the story. More will come later.

Wishlist the game today on Steam and be among the first to experience one of the most distinctive indie worlds in recent years.

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Designed to complement today’s gaming, entertainment, and always-on lifestyles, the nubia LiveBuds 3 Pro, nubia LiveFlip, and nubia 80W Three-Port GaN Quick Charger make it easier for users to game, work, stream, and stay powered throughout the day. Together with the expanded nubia Neo 5 Series, the new accessories reinforce nubia’s commitment to delivering an ecosystem of intelligent devices and experiences that seamlessly work together.

Expanding the NEOVerse Ecosystem

The launch forms part of nubia’s #NEOVerseMaxOut: Max Out Your World campaign, which officially launches on July 29 and invites users to unlock bigger possibilities through a growing ecosystem of products, partnerships, and experiences.

More than a smartphone campaign, #NEOVerseMaxOut represents nubia’s vision of empowering users to maximize every moment—whether gaming, streaming, creating content, or staying productive on the go. Following the introduction of the nubia Neo 5 Max and nubia Neo 5 GT Special Edition, nubia now completes the experience with its first-ever ecosystem accessories in the Philippines, bringing greater convenience, intelligent connectivity, and all-day performance to Filipino consumers.

The expansion of the NEOVerse goes beyond hardware. Customers can also look forward to exciting ecosystem partnerships and community-driven experiences, including FREE three-month VIU subscriptions with participating Neo 5 Series smartphone purchases during the campaign period. nubia will also introduce its upcoming partnership with Cotti Coffee, featuring exclusive coffee voucher bundles and social media activations, as well as the highly anticipated nubia Social Run initiative, bringing the brand’s gaming and lifestyle ecosystem closer to its growing community of Filipino users.

Together, these launches and collaborations showcase nubia’s commitment to building a lifestyle ecosystem that seamlessly integrates gaming, entertainment, productivity, and everyday experiences.

Enjoy Immersive Sound with the nubia LiveBuds 3 Pro

For users who want to stay focused wherever they are, the nubia LiveBuds 3 Pro combines premium audio performance with intelligent noise management.

Featuring up to 50dB Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), Dual-Mic Environmental Noise Cancellation (ENC), and Wind Noise Reduction, the earbuds help minimize surrounding distractions while keeping calls clear even in busy environments. A 10mm composite dynamic driver delivers rich, balanced sound, while Bluetooth 5.4 ensures a stable wireless connection.

Designed for all-day listening, the earbuds offer up to 10 hours of battery life on a single charge, alongside AI Voice Assistant support, IPX4 splash resistance, and compatibility with the nubia Life+ app for a more personalized listening experience.

Experience Sleek Ergonomic Style and Powerful Sound with the nubia LiveFlip

Built for users who are constantly on the move, the nubia LiveFlip offers an open-ear listening experience that keeps users connected to both their audio and their surroundings.

Its ergonomic open-ear design provides a comfortable fit for extended wear, while a 15mm oversized driver delivers clear, powerful sound. Equipped with an intelligent AI chip, the earbuds support AI-powered functions that make everyday interactions smarter and more convenient.

The LiveFlip also features ENC call noise reduction, Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity, intuitive gesture controls, and up to 40 hours of total battery life, making it an ideal companion for commuting, exercising, working, or multitasking throughout the day.

Power More Devices with the nubia 80W Three-Port GaN Quick Charger

Completing the lineup is the nubia 80W Three-Port GaN Quick Charger, a compact yet powerful charging solution built for users who carry multiple devices.

Powered by next-generation GaN technology, the charger delivers up to 80W fast charging while maintaining a compact form factor that’s easier to carry than conventional chargers. Its transparent, cyberpunk-inspired design gives it a modern aesthetic that reflects nubia’s signature style.

Equipped with two USB-C ports and one USB-A port, the charger supports simultaneous charging for multiple devices through intelligent power distribution powered by NeoCharger 3.0. It is compatible with mainstream fast-charging protocols and supports a wide range of smartphones, tablets, laptops, gaming devices, and other USB-powered electronics.

To provide greater peace of mind, the charger also incorporates multiple protection features, including safeguards against overcurrent, overheating, overvoltage, short circuits, and more.

Max Out Your World

Together, the nubia LiveBuds 3 Pro, nubia LiveFlip, and nubia 80W Three-Port GaN Quick Charger reinforce nubia’s vision of delivering a connected ecosystem that extends beyond smartphones. By combining intelligent audio, reliable power solutions, and seamless compatibility, the accessories empower users to stay productive, entertained, and connected wherever life takes them.

As the NEOVerse continues to expand, nubia remains committed to bringing innovative technologies, meaningful partnerships, and immersive experiences to Filipino consumers. Through the #NEOVerseMaxOut: Max Out Your World campaign, the brand is creating a smarter and more connected ecosystem that empowers users to maximize every experience—from gaming and entertainment to work, lifestyle, and everyday life.

The nubia LiveBuds 3 Pro will be available in White with a launch price of PHP 1,999.

The nubia LiveFlip will be available in White and Dark Blue with a launch price of PHP 1,999.

The nubia 80W Three-Port GaN Quick Charger will be available at a launch price of PHP 1,199.

Via: Modasul Web

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Download STARCULT demo on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/4517570/STARCULT_Night_Twisted_Age/

In STARCULT: Night Twisted Age, players step into the role of Silviya Nebula, a noblewoman whose husband is murdered on their wedding night. As she searches for answers, she becomes entangled in a web of conspiracies, manipulation, romance, and supernatural forces lurking beneath the surface of her world.

At the heart of the experience is the Emotion Palette, a gameplay system that allows players to choose emotions before selecting dialogue. Different emotional states unlock different responses, revealing new information, changing relationships, and influencing how characters react.

Unlike traditional visual novels that offer only a handful of dialogue options, STARCULT’s system can unlock up to 15 dialogue choices within a single conversation, giving players greater control over how Silviya develops throughout the story. Every emotion picked nudges Silviya’s personality and her standing with the people around her, so the same conversation rarely plays out the same way twice.

“While making this game, we’re trying to base it on empathy, where each character have their own motivation and goals. The better MC would understand them, the wider choice she would have of how to build relationships with them. I’m super excited to see players react to each dialogue choice with their natural curiosity and choose by themselves which person MC should be in their current walkthrough,” says Liliia Sitailo, the artist and CEO of Not A Cat Studios.

Key DEMO Features

• Use the Emotion Palette to unlock up to 15 different dialogue options within a single conversation
• Uncover multiple story routes and demo endings shaped by your choices
• Investigate a murder mystery filled with secrets, manipulation and supernatural forces
• Can you discover who the murderer is? This is just the beginning of the story
• Shape Silviya’s personality and influence how others perceive her.

Download the demo and wishlist STARCULT: Night Twisted Age on Steam today. The full game is planned to release on Steam in Q4 2026, following Steam Next Fest.

Stay up to date by joining the STARCULT community on Discord and following Not a Cat Studios on Instagram, X and TikTok.

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