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Your Weekly Gaming News
Greg Stokes
21 Oct • Estimated Reading Time: 8 minutes
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In the spirit of spooky season, we have added a few horror game treats to look out for in this week’s issue.
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GZ CHOP SHOP PODCAST
Latest episode - How TOP Brands Connect with Gamers - Indy Khabra Of Livewire Gaming
👇️ Listen Now: - In this episode, host Greg interviews Indy Khabra, co-founder of LiveWire, a digital marketing agency focused on gaming audiences. They discuss the intersection of digital marketing and gaming, exploring how brands can effectively engage with gamers without being intrusive. Indy shares insights on the evolution of LiveWire, the importance of understanding player demographics, and the successful integration of brands in games like Fortnite. The conversation also explores future trends in gaming, including the rise of cloud gaming and the enduring popularity of collectibles.
Highlights
Digital marketing is crucial for engaging gaming audiences.
LiveWire connects brands with gamers effectively.
Understanding player demographics is key to brand success.
Brands can enhance gaming experiences without being intrusive. 76% of players prefer real brands in games.
Gaming offers a unique level of audience engagement.
The success of a game often hinges on its marketing.
Future gaming trends include cultural IP and cloud gaming.
Collectibles are making a resurgence in gaming culture.
Mobile gaming is rapidly expanding and evolving.
GAMING NEWS
Marvel Rivals Unveils Brand New Zombie Mode and Special Halloween Event
Latest Announcements and Updates Debut at gamescom Asia
Bangkok, Thailand October 17, 2025 – Today at gamescom Asia and the Thailand Game Show, Marvel Games and NetEase Games unveiled new announcements and details for Marvel Rivals, the award-winning and critically-acclaimed Super Hero Team-Based PVP Shooter that lets players assemble an ever-evolving all-star squad of Super Heroes and Super Villains battling with unique powers across a dynamic lineup of destructible maps from across the Marvel Multiverse. Marvel Rivals will see the introduction of a brand new, limited-time PvE Zombie Mode. These announcements were made by Marvel Games Executive Producer Danny Koo during the keynote presentation at gamescom Asia and the Thailand Game Show.
Under Khonshu's guidance, infiltrate Midtown New York—now engulfed by the zombie virus—alongside your remaining Super Hero teammates. Your objective is singular: Find and stop the Queen of the Dead and her evil plan at any cost. In this new Mode inspired by Marvel Animation’s Marvel Zombies, you'll get to play as Thor, Blade, Magik, Jeff, or The Punisher, taking on endless waves of zombies. You'll have to survive the horde, go toe-to-toe with Zombie Namor and The Queen of the Dead as bosses, and fight to save the world from getting totally zombified. Each hero has been given some unique abilities: Charge through the hordes as Jeff, slice and dice with Blade's bouncing Moon Blades, shock zombies with Thor in his persistent Awakened state, or go berserk as Magik in her unlimited Darkchild form! Showcase your epic combat skills against the zombie swarms and tough bosses!
In addition to the above, players can continue to get all the latest information from the Game Update featuring full Patch Notes and Hero Balance adjustments.
Yostar Games' New Light-action RPG, Stella Sora, Launches Globally for iOS, Android, and PC on October 19 (UTC-7)
Yostar, a leading game developer and publisher, is thrilled to announce the global release of Stella Sora, a light-action fantasy RPG. The new mobile title is now available worldwide on PC, iOS, and Android platforms.
The game is available on the official website (https://stellasora.global/), the App Store, and Google Play. Set in the fantasy world of Nova, players awaken from a long slumber as the "Tyrant," and form bonds with a cast of unique "Trekkers" while uncovering the secrets of the mysterious Monoliths. Featuring vibrant, moe-style visuals and a lighthearted, road-trip anime aesthetic, Stella Sora delivers a heartfelt story of love, hope, and adventure.
Light-action Gameplay with Unique Trekker Interactions
Stella Sora combines dynamic top-down action with randomized perks and strategic team-building, allowing players to assemble squads of three "Trekkers", assign roles, and customize battle styles for endless variety. As the "Tyrant," players' choices shape both the story and relationships with each character, creating evolving interactions and rich, personalized experiences throughout the journey.
Click here to watch the Stella Sora official release trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zyiEq1_IzdE
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The Occultist reveals a dark new trailer during IGN Fan Fest
Unseen gameplay, sinister puzzles, and unseen horrors emerge as the horror adventure nears its next milestone.
Hamburg, Germany – October 16, 2025 – Daedalic Entertainment and DALOAR have premiered a striking new trailer for The Occultist during IGN Fan Fest. The video showcases never-before-seen gameplay and deepens the game’s oppressive, supernatural atmosphere - from the pendulum’s arcane powers to cryptic puzzle encounters and the spectral and monstrous beings haunting the island of Godstone.
More than just a preview, the trailer underlines how far development has progressed and teases the haunting journey awaiting players. Each scene draws deeper into Godstone’s decaying streets, where silence hides secrets and every ritual leaves its mark.
The Occultist will descend upon PlayStation 5, Xbox, and PC in 2026, drawing players into Godstone’s shadows.
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