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BattleJuice Alchemist Launches on Steam Early Access Today!Mar 22, 2024 - Community AnnouncementsGet ready to delve deeper into the mysterious world of Caribou Creek as the award-winning BattleJuice Alchemist, the complex alchemy RPG, launches today via Steam Early Access! Developed by Alchemical Works, Battlejuice Alchemist redefines the classic aRPG formula with a unique item and skill system offering the choice between isometric combat and JRPG-style one-on-one battles. We’re also thrilled to announce that BattleJuice Alchemist has just received the prestigious ‘GDC Best in Play 2024’ award and will feature as part of the publisher's lineup at this year's show from 20-22 March at the Moscone Center. Join our protagonist, Juice, the Alchemist, on a journey through the wilds of New England, battling demonic hordes and uncovering the secrets of the Crossroads. This exciting Early Access launch unveils a host of new features and mechanics for players to conquer. Build your alchemical tower, a bastion of light amidst the encroaching darkness, and harness its power to turn the tide of battle in your favour. Explore new lands around the new story locations and uncover their hidden treasures and dangers. Dynamic day-night cycles will affect enemy behavior, and an array of new items, perks, magic rituals and abilities wait to be discovered. During the Early Access journey, Alchemical Works will be working with the community to gather feedback to support their ongoing development roadmap and introduce additional content and updates to fully bring the wonderful world of BattleJuice Alchemist to life. Big Sale Alert: ESDigital Games Publisher Sale is Happening Now!Mar 20, 2024 - Community AnnouncementsHey everyone, right now there's a big sale happening: the ESDigital Games Publisher Sale! Hurry up to try out our wide range of games at the most advantageous prices while the discounts are still valid! Also, don't forget to check out our new releases and upcoming games by adding them to your wishlist - they're also featured in our publisher event, the ESDigital Games Publisher Sale! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/30560879/7c981af07bbaa805c6b8b4b5830ddfbfb2749d12.jpgBig Sale Alert: ESDigital Games Publisher Sale is Happening Now!Mar 19, 2024 - Community AnnouncementsHey everyone, right now there's a big sale happening: the ESDigital Games Publisher Sale! Hurry up to try out our wide range of games at the most advantageous prices while the discounts are still valid! Also, don't forget to check out our new releases and upcoming games by adding them to your wishlist - they're also featured in our publisher event, the ESDigital Games Publisher Sale! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/30560879/7c981af07bbaa805c6b8b4b5830ddfbfb2749d12.jpgESDigital Games Reveals Steam Next Fest TitlesFeb 2, 2024 - Community AnnouncementsESDigital Games is thrilled to be participating in next week’s Steam Next Fest with three titles from their roster upcoming games portfolio. BattleJuice Alchemist, AWAKEN: Astral Blade and Sky of Tides will all have exciting demos available for fans to try during Steam Next Fest, accompanied by exclusive developer Broadcasts to further showcase exciting new gameplay from each title. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42082513/235a73b5951d27ad34f307fe3cc76b8b645ca6de.jpg Join the Developer Broadcasts: BattleJuice Alchemist Broadcasts: Stream 1: February 6th @ 1pm GMT / 2pm CET / 8am EST / 5am PST Stream 2: February 9th @ 2pm GMT / 3pm CET / 9am EST / 6am PST Sky of Tides Broadcasts: Stream 1: February 5th @ 7pm EST / 4pm PST/ (February 6th 12.00am GMT / 1am CET) Stream 2: February 10th @ 2pm GMT / 3pm CET / 9am EST / 6am PST AWAKEN: Astral Blade Broadcasts: Stream 1: February 8th @ 1pm GMT / 2pm CET / 8am EST / 5am PST Stream 2: February 11th @ 1pm GMT / 2pm CET / 8am EST / 5am PST Delve into Darkness with Darkestville Castle Weeklong Sale!Feb 1, 2024 - Community AnnouncementsPrepare for an immersive adventure! From February 5th to February 11th, experience the dark and intriguing world of Darkestville Castle. During this weeklong sale, the game is available at a staggering 85% discount. Uncover the mysteries and embrace the shadows at an unbeatable price! https://store.steampowered.com/app/689900/Darkestville_Castle/ESDigital Games Announce Publishing Deal for Sky of TidesJan 30, 2024 - Community AnnouncementsESDigital Games is thrilled to announce a new publishing deal to release Sky of Tides, developed by Lofty Sky Entertainment Inc., on Steam! It’s a story-driven sci-fi adventure with RPG elements 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. Sky of Tides will also be participating in the Steam Storyteller’s Festival from 29th Jan - 4th Feb, where fans can celebrate the art of storytelling with a host of exciting visual novel and narrative adventure games. Visual novel content creator Asteyni will be hosting a live Sky of Tides Steam Broadcast during the Storyteller’s Festival on January 30 at 5.00pm PT / 8.00pm ET (January 31st 1.00am UK / 2.00am CET) showing brand new gameplay. Head over to the Sky of Tides Steam page to tune in! https://store.steampowered.com/app/112..._of_Tides/ More news to follow on Sky of Tide’s exciting participation in Steam Next Fest from 5-12 February! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Enjoy 90% Off in Steam Winter Sale!Dec 26, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsMerry Christmas and a happy New Year! We wish you all the best and are excited to announce that in celebration of the winter holidays and the ongoing Steam Winter Sale until January 4th, our game is now available with a festive 90% discount! https://store.steampowered.com/app/689900/Darkestville_Castle/Memory Lost: Chapter One Receives Huge Content Update!Dec 13, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsWe are happy to announce a massive update to Memory Lost: Chapter One! You can now play the entire first chapter of the full game by heading to Memory Lost: Chapter One and jumping straight into the fresh, updated gameplay and seeing what’s in store for the full launch next year! The Memory Lost: Chapter One was first launched in December 2022 and has delighted shooter fans with its innovative combat mechanics and fast-paced gameplay. Over the past 12 months, we’ve been gathering community and players feedback to support the ongoing development of the full game. As part of the continued development journey of Memory Lost, we will continue to use the valuable feedback gathered from the Memory Lost: Chapter One to enhance the full game experience. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1483190/Memory_Lost/ Try Chapter One for free and wishlist Memory Lost! REMEDIUM Act 2 - New Content Released Today!Nov 30, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsWe are thrilled to announce the release of the first content update of Act 2 for REMEDIUM! Today’s content update is the first stage in the full Act 2 release, including a new location, new mutant types, boss and new story content being made available for players to experience. A further two locations, enemy types, bosses and additional story arcs will be released over the coming weeks to complete the full Act 2 launch. We also pleased to announce that there will be NO price increase for REMEDIUM following today’s content update. The price will only increase when we are happy with the content and quality of the game in general and Act 2 in particular. For now, the focus is delivering the most polished and content-complete version of the game during its Steam Early Access phase. Since the launch of Act 1, we’ve been busy gathering your feedback and introducing many quality-of-life improvements and new features, many of which were requested by players already active on the Steam Early Access release. Some of these quality-of-life improvements include the balancing of battles to make weak enemies more dynamic, a reworked dash movement, new enemy spawn mechanics, improved VFX, blood effects and HUD, as well as many other cosmetic enhancements to the game world. We will continue to work with the community on today’s update to improve and polish the upcoming content ahead of the full Act 2 release and extend our thanks for the support and feedback on REMEDIUM’s Early Access launch so far and look forward to further collaboration throughout the development journey. Following directly on from the devastating boss battle at the end of Act 1, REMEDIUM Act 2 opens a new chapter in the hunt for a cure to the Grey plague and to your very survival in the world ravaged by hordes of mutants and chimeras. Armed only with your journal, you must navigate the snowy mountain paths and survive the onslaught of warring tribes of mutants spread across three village locations. In each new location, the blood thirsty mutants are protected by a terrifying and unique boss, which must be defeated in order to unveil the path to the cure for the disease and the survival of the remaining humans. REMEDIUM Act 2 features: Act 2 will introduce three new locations with unique mutant types and terrifying bosses. Today’s update unveils the new Fort location along with new mutants and boss type - Despite their beast-like looks these mutants wear armor and use human weapons like clubs, spears and even mortars. They inhabit a ruined fortress nestled into the mountainside protected by a deadly new boss. Mutant types: Grunt, Pikeman, Gunner. Boss: Huntress. Two more locations (Mine and Abbey), mutant types and bosses, will complete Act 2 and be released soon. Continuation of the intriguing storyline of the hero’s deadly journey. Players can craft new parts for their weapons (to further customize them and deal different types of damage) with the new reagents found in Act 2. Updated visuals...Darkestville Castle is 85% Off During Steam Autumn Sale!Nov 23, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsGet the game at the best possible price during the Steam Autumn Sale until November 28! Don’t miss out on this great deal! https://store.steampowered.com/app/689900/Darkestville_Castle/The Prologue for Cats on Duty is now available to download for free!Nov 2, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsGood news everyone! The cat-tastic playable prologue for Cats on Duty is now available to download for free! It’s a purr-fectly hilarious and action-packed blend of real-time strategy, tower defense, and match-3 mechanics, where heavily armed battle-hardened cat veterans of rodent skirmishes and yarn tangles take charge in defending their homeland (and litter boxes) against the forces of great evil! The Steam Prologue contains the whole first chapter of Cats on Duty spread over 10 captivating levels, each showcasing a unique challenge and certain game feature. There is even a minigame, and a full boss fight to get your claws into, to prepare you for what’s to come in the final game. Here you can also try out the co-op mode with your friends or family. One player focuses on the tile-matching field of the game screen to win the food needed to recruit and upgrade your battle cats while the other builds an unbreakable line of defense. Co-op mode can be easily activated or deactivated from the start menu or as you play. With ‘cat’ and ‘kitten’ difficulty levels available, you can adjust game difficulty on the fly should you find the current level too hard or too easy for your skills or mood. You will also be able to carry over your Prologue save files into the main game so you can either continue from where you left off or reset the game progress in the settings menu and start over! So try the free Prologue and add Cats on Duty to your wishlist! TRY OUT FOR FREEDarkestville Castle Offers a 50% Discount During Steam Scream: The Revenge EventOct 25, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsGet ready for some thrilling adventures because Darkestville Castle is now available at an incredible 50% discount from October 26th to November 2nd as part of the Steam Scream: The Revenge event. Dive into the dark and mysterious world of Darkestville Castle and embark on a journey filled with humor, puzzles, and unforgettable characters. Don't miss this fantastic deal on Steam!BattleJuice Alchemist transmutes into action!Sep 27, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsESDigital Games and Alchemical Works are delighted to reveal their action adventure RPG title BattleJuice Alchemist and its new announcement trailer! BattleJuice Alchemist is a complex alchemy RPG that adds an equipment-based skill system to the classic aRPG formula. Focus on top-down combat or opt for JRPG-style one-on-one fights. Explore the wilderness, learn ritual magic, and craft potions to fight demonic hordes overrunning the lands. 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. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/38469214/3a29e0c41079d009f23b3a23afabdb7c86aa9d70.jpg UNIQUE ITEMS AND CHARACTER BUILDS Loot and Craft: As an alchemist you wear no armor and wield no sword, but you rain down fire on your enemies. Find flasks with unique properties in the wilderness or craft them at your workbench. In deck-building fashion you create a compilation of flasks which you randomly draw from. Unique Skill System: In BattleJuice Alchemist, your flasks are your skills. Every flask can be used the normal way and at times in a supercharged, "jucified" way for stronger effects. Some flasks have powers attached to them that drastically change their effects when used, which allows you to develop your own playstyle. EXPLORE A DARK WORLD Procedural Landscapes, Hand-crafted Towns: The world of BattleJuice Alchemist is separated into vast levels of procedural landscape. Every valley, sea, river, mountain, building, stone, tree and item is placed by a unique algorithm. This allows you to continue exploring after you completed the main story. Quest locations are still hand-crafted to tell compelling stories. Dark Lands to Discover: You are influenced by daytime and weather effects and so are your enemies. But they are also buffed by the evermore spawning demons’ presence. Find dark altars to hold their influence at bay and discover many other secrets. ENGAGING COMBAT Classic isometric ARPG action: Fight your enemies from afar in classic top down view. Throw explosive or freezing flasks at them, prepare ambushes of explosive barrels. Use the “Frog Hop” flask to jump away from danger or right into close combat. Close Combat with Bullet-time: Enter close combat with an enemy, where you can interact hands on by dodging or using smoke flasks to avoid being hit. Manage your resources and flasks during these intense one on one battles against your awe-inspiring enemies from the Crossroads. REMEDIUM Combats Fate in Compelling First Chapter Today!Sep 14, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsGREAT NEWS EVERYONE! REMEDIUM, the twin-stick shooter set in the grim post-apocalyptic Renaissance, engages the unforgiving wilds in the first chapter, is now available on Steam Early Access with a 20% launch discount! Set in the same decaying universe as REMEDIUM: Sentinels, REMEDIUM’s second and third installments will enter the fray later this year. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42082513/65b6b466b996207857eac35fa131085b20b8daa5.jpg Decades after the horrific Grey Plague wiped out nearly all human life, turning unfortunate souls and delicate fauna into decaying, hungry beasts, little remains. The few remaining survivors desperately fortify their defenses while searching for a cure, but hope dwindles for one as when a mission outside the fortress walls results in the infection invading their veins. He must scour the devastated landscape in search of a cure or be cast from the encampment forever. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42082513/36751a6461db4323589f5a06cc1f54634ec7ed9f.jpg Slay abominable mutants in perishing biomes, ready to strike in deadly droves. Evade chimeras, gargoyles, golems, elementals, and more with skillful dodging maneuvers while tearing through them with powerful combinations of firearms and alchemical ammunition. As the infection grows stronger, make the most of its horrific symptoms by using them as battle advantages. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42082513/6d876e95df2afdd993bb2e8f5abcbdd31d7331d7.jpg Search every dark corner for vital ingredients to upgrade weapons, armor, strength, and stamina in the form of amalgams, injections, and potions. Inoculate as needed to enhance combat abilities, or weave mysterious elemental power into dwindling ammunition to make every shot count. Fight through every last beast and boss to survive long enough to find the antidote! REMEDIUM: Sentinels Unleashed Today! Embark on an Epic Adventure Now!Jul 18, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsToday is THE DAY, fellow Sentinels! REMEDIUM: Sentinels has officially released, and we couldn't be more excited. Get ready to immerse yourself in an extraordinary experience filled with new features and improvements that have been implemented since the game's Early Access phase. Prepare for an expanded world of possibilities as we introduce a range of exciting updates. We now boast an impressive roster of 8 playable Sentinels, each with their unique abilities and playstyles. Traverse meticulously crafted locations, soaking in the atmospheric environments that will captivate your senses. Arm yourself with a diverse arsenal of weapons and upgrades to take on the hordes of adversaries that await. These additions were not available during the initial release, making the game even more engaging and dynamic. But that's not all! We have gone above and beyond to enhance the player experience. Significant improvements have been made to the HUD and interface, ensuring smooth navigation and seamless interaction. Prepare to showcase your skills and compete with players globally through the introduction of world leaderboards. We are committed to making the leaderboards even more engaging and exciting for you! Additionally, we have expanded the list of achievements, satisfying the insatiable quest for glory of achievement hunters. And rest assured, we have plans to continue adding new achievements in the future. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43428411/6768507d643c281c954e683ff69b5cad06ecedaa.jpg To further enhance gameplay, we have implemented quality of life improvements. Discover new interactive objects that grant additional scores when standing nearby, providing strategic advantages in the heat of battle. For example, in the "Mines" level, now you have to push the minecart to earn points. To make it happen, the Sentinel needs to be next to it while fending off hordes of enemies (they haven't gone anywhere)! Furthermore, we have introduced additional elemental versions of weapons, each with its unique effects, bringing more diversity and dynamism to combat encounters. Today's release of REMEDIUM: Sentinels marks an exciting milestone in our journey. We are determined to deliver an exceptional gaming experience, and we can't wait for you to join us. Embark on an unforgettable adventure of survival and discovery, and let the world of REMEDIUM: Sentinels captivate you. Get ready to push your limits, showcase your skills, and become a true Sentinel. Today is the day we've been waiting for! Stay strong and PUSH THE PLAY BUTTON! Only few days left until REMEDIUM: Sentinels launch on July 18thJul 13, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsAs the release date of fast-paced roguelite auto-shooter REMEDIUM: Sentinels approaches, the developers from Sobaka Studio shared some exciting updates that have been implemented since the game's Early Access phase. They have been hard at work, and thrilled to announce the incredible additions and improvements that await players in the full release on July 18th: "First, let us highlight the significant content expansions that have taken place thus far. Brace yourself for the sheer variety available: we now boast a whopping 8 playable Sentinels, each with their unique abilities and playstyles. Traverse through 6 meticulously crafted locations, immersing yourself in the atmospheric environments we've created. And prepare for a vast arsenal of weapons and upgrades that will aid you in your battles against the hordes of adversaries. All of this was not present during the initial release. Delve deeper, and you'll discover a wealth of new content, including a plethora of enemies, bosses, and maps that have been introduced since the game's initial Early Access launch. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/30560879/7d39ba48147308dcc3e65048759152310bcf47bf.jpg But that's not all! Our dedication to enhancing the player experience extended beyond the content itself. We've made substantial improvements to the HUD and interface, ensuring seamless navigation and interaction. Additionally, the introduction of world leaderboards will enable you to showcase your skills and compete with players globally. Achievement hunters will be thrilled to know that we've added more achievements to satisfy their insatiable quest for glory. We didn't stop there. We've incorporated quality of life improvements that enhance your overall gameplay experience. Discover new objects that grant additional scores when standing nearby, providing strategic advantages in the heat of battle. Moreover, we've introduced additional elemental versions of weapons, each with its unique effects, allowing for more diverse and dynamic combat encounters. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/30560879/8bdc2895f09a57746e8dc64023027f465f57ab14.jpg Looking ahead to the release on July 18th, our team is determined to deliver even more! We have exciting plans to introduce additional achievements, ensuring that your journey remains challenging and rewarding. Furthermore, we're committed to making each game mode distinct and unique, offering exclusive gameplay mechanics for victory and progression. This dedication to variety and innovation will significantly increase the game's replayability, making every playthrough feel fresh and captivating. Finally, let us remind you that the release is only a mere 5 days away, scheduled for July 18th! Don't miss out on the opportunity to experience REMEDIUM: Sentinels in its full glory. Mark it in your calendar, add it to your wishlist, and get ready to embark on an unforgettable journey of survival and discovery! Stay strong and PUSH THE WISHLIST BUTTON!" https://store.steampowered.com/app/2244480/REMEDIUM...REMEDIUM: Sentinels is exiting Early Access on July 18th!Jul 6, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsAttention! Attention! REMEDIUM: Sentinels, a dark survival game with roguelite elements, is exiting Early Access on July 18th (15:00 UTC / 17:00 CEST / 8:00 PST) and diving into battle armed with alchemical weapons, fully supported on the Steam Deck (Steam Deck Verified)! Set in the universe of REMEDIUM’s post-apocalyptic Renaissance, more than one hundred years have passed since the initial onslaught of the calamitous Grey Plague, which decimated a once-flourishing continent. Among the few remaining humans, brave scientists funneled their resources into constructing mankind’s last hope, the Sentinels - gargantuan metallic golems born of technological advancement and mysterious alchemy. As one of the few remaining Sentinels, rise as humanity’s last line of defense, taking on endless hordes of infected mutants until the reactor runs out of power. Wield an expanded arsenal of automatic, alchemy-based weapons and unleash devastating attacks upon swarms of plague-ridden beasts and bosses. Clear maps while collecting glowing Prime Matter and resources to upgrade guns, projectiles, and defenses. Find a fitting balance of weapon and force fields for all 8 Sentinels to prepare for the monstrosities that lie ahead. Match the machines with optimal offensive and defensive armaments and elemental upgrades to reach each Sentinel’s fullest potential and improve survival time with every run. Summer Sale!Jul 3, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsSummer sale is in full swing! Get Darkestville Castle at a super discounted price of 65% off until July 13th!-25% for Unusual FindingsMar 10, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsOur quest Unusual Findings take the Official Selection LAGS 2023 nomination at the Latin American Games Showcase! In honor of this event, the game is 25% off until March 13: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1605320/Unusual_Findings/ DLC also received discounts: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2151060/Unusual_Findings__Original_Soundtrack/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/2151070/Unusual_Findings__Digital_Artbook/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/2151071/Unusual_Findings__HD_Wallpapers/ NEW GAME - REMEDIUM: SentinelsFeb 28, 2023 - Community AnnouncementsNew roguelite fast-paced auto-shooter REMEDIUM: Sentinels is now available in Early Access! https://store.steampowered.com/app/2244480/REMEDIUM_Sentinels/ The game is set in the same world as REMEDIUM game. It has been more than a hundred years since the Grey Plague has won turning most humans into vicious mutant freaks, and only a handful of cities still stand amidst the death and chaos that consumed the land. Now you can take control of a Sentinel created by alchemists with only one goal - defend the cities against the endless hordes of mutants until your reactor dies. Combine items and alchemical elements to acquire more and more weapons and create unique builds. Easy to play, hard to master! Share your ideas how to improve the game on developers official Discord server.
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