At New Tales, we&#39;re always looking for studios with a strong creative vision and a passion for crafting memorable experiences. Today, we&#39;re excited to announce our partnership with Liquid Static Studio, an independent game studio based in New Zealand.

Founded by three passionate developers, Liquid Static has made a name for itself with a distinctive approach to game development, blending atmospheric storytelling, psychological horror, and a touch of humor.

Their debut title, Night Bus, was warmly received by both players and creators, earning 87% positive reviews on Steam and reaching audiences worldwide. 

This creative spirit and willingness to explore bold ideas are exactly the kind of qualities we love to champion at New Tales. We&#39;re thrilled to be working alongside the team and supporting their next project.
We can&#39;t share much more just yet... but if you&#39;re a fan of original indie games and horror experiences, you may want to keep an eye on what&#39;s coming next. 

We’re proud to stand alongside Liquid Static as they shape their next original horror experience and couldn’t be more excited for what&#39;s ahead.

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The first video game set in the Descent universe is coming to PC and consoles The heroic fantasy tactical RPG from Artefacts Studio and New Tales is now available on PC, Mac, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S PARIS, June 7, 2026 – After several months of demos, player feedback, and growing anticipation surrounding the project, Artefacts Studio and New Tales today announce the official launch of Terrinoth®: Heroes of Descent, the first video game adaptation of Fantasy Flight Games’ legendary Descent universe. To mark this launch, a new trailer offers a glimpse into the world of Terrinoth, the playable heroes, tactical combat, and dungeons awaiting players starting today. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=66iyYCF771o">Terrinoth®: Heroes of Descent | Official Reveal Trailer</a> <div class="aspect-video w-full"><iframe width="100%" height="100%" type="text/html" id="youtube-66iyYCF771o" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/66iyYCF771o?iv_load_policy=3&amp;showinfo=0&amp;rel=0&amp;cc_load_policy=1&amp;cc_lang_pref=en&amp;autoplay=0&amp;enablejsapi=1&amp;origin=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.newtales.com"></iframe></div>Since its demo was released last February, the game has generated a lot of excitement among players. On Steam, the demo has garnered over 87% positive reviews, highlighting the quality of the indie tactical RPG developed by the teams at Artefacts Studio. Longtime Descent fans have praised the game’s faithful recreation of the board game’s spirit, while new players have been drawn to its accessible gameplay and cooperative ambition. Terrinoth: Heroes of Descent plunges players into the troubled lands of Terrinoth, one year before the events of Descent: Legends of the Dark. Whereas the demo only allowed players to explore the Crypts of Aerendor in single-player mode, Terrinoth®: Heroes of Descent now offers access to the full adventure with a complete narrative campaign spanning 4 chapters, designed for both one-hour sessions and long evenings of cooperative play. As they progress, players will be able to explore 20 dungeons with varied environments, punctuated by dynamic dialogues that evolve based on the group’s composition and the heroes chosen. The adventure also features full English voice acting, brought to life by, among others, Samantha Béart, who joins the cast designed to bring the heroes and iconic figures of Terrinoth to life. <img src="//images.ctfassets.net/978p6lho578n/4qaQJj8oMgdXrnBW4Kf8SX/32ec74da66598468b67db13b6de97a69/TerrinothHeroesofDescent_Screenshot_3840x2160_1.jpg" width="3840" height="2160" alt="TerrinothHeroesofDescent Screenshot 3840x2160-" />The game offers 8 playable heroes, inspired by heroic fantasy archetypes, each with their own story, unique skills, and a distinct combat style. Combat plays a central role in the experience, with a tactical system designed to be easy to pick up while leaving plenty of room for strategy and coordination among players. Each hero can combine their abilities with those of their allies to trigger synergies, encouraging players to coordinate their actions throughout battles. Throughout the adventure, groups will also face imposing bosses and iconic creatures of Terrinoth in demanding tactical battles, where positioning, use of the terrain, and management of special abilities will often make the difference between victory and defeat. <img src="//images.ctfassets.net/978p6lho578n/5DKeI4oc8vxwOZiQhG7iST/3481ae6a0005ef46ce2408b8dcd00d80/TerrinothHeroesofDescent_Screenshot_3840x2160_6.jpg" width="3840" height="2160" alt="TerrinothHeroesofDescent Screenshot 3840x2160" />Playable online with up to 4 players and the option to join a game in progress, the experience was designed to recapture the strategic intensity of epic tabletop sessions through turn-based battles.For Artefacts Studio, the Lyon-based studio behind The Dungeon of Naheulbeuk: The Amulet of Chaos, Terrinoth®: Heroes of Descent represents the culmination of an ambitious creative challenge: adapting the Descent universe into a tactical RPG for the first time, without losing the identity that made the board game a success. “As longtime fans ourselves, it was a huge challenge to adapt the license in a way that stayed true to the essence of Terrinoth while still offering our own interpretation of it,” explains Bruno Chabanel, CEO of Artefacts Studio. “We wanted to capture the unique atmosphere and accessibility of Descent’s universe, and naturally translate them into a true video game experience without ever losing the soul of the original board game.” <img src="//images.ctfassets.net/978p6lho578n/4RWCL458gQfy8m1V59ga7d/d11e733294ed6379e50f67781b7275dc/TerrinothHeroesofDescent_Screenshot_3840x2160_14.jpg" width="3840" height="2160" alt="TerrinothHeroesofDescent Screenshot 3840x2160 " />New Tales supported the project to bring this adaptation to its global launch. “The feedback we received on the demo confirmed the game’s potential and players’ attachment to the Descent universe,” says Cédric Maréchal, CEO of New Tales. “Today, we are very happy to finally be able to deliver the full experience and allow players to discover this new way of exploring Terrinoth, either alone or with friends.” For Asmodee and Fantasy Flight Games, Terrinoth®: Heroes of Descent also marks an important milestone: despite the popularity of the Terrinoth universe, it had never before been adapted into a tactical RPG. “Seeing the Descent universe come to life in a full-fledged video game experience has been a long-standing request from fans,” notes Brian Mulcahy, Head of Franchise Development at Asmodee. “Artefacts Studio has managed to stay true to the original spirit while delivering a stunning cinematic presentation.” Terrinoth®: Heroes of Descent is available today on PC, Mac, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S for $34.99. Players can join the official community on <a href="https://discord.com/invite/heroes-of-descent">Discord</a>, follow the game on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@HeroesofDescent">YouTube</a>, <a href="https://x.com/HeroesofDescent">X</a>, and <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/heroesofdescent.bsky.social">Bluesky</a>, or find all the latest information on the official <a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/3929630/Terrinoth_Heroes_of_Descent/">Steam page</a>. About New Tales NEW TALES is an independent publisher and game developer focused on games&#39; DNA &amp; player communities. Shaped by its international background &amp; live games expertise, the New Tales team join forces with their partner game studios, working as one team to unleash new gaming gems. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.newtales.com/">www.newtales.com</a>. About Artefacts Studio Artefacts Studio is one of France’s leading independent video game development studios, founded in 2003 in Lyon. Backed by a team of industry veterans, the studio specializes in narrative-driven games, particularly cRPGs and tactical RPGs. Artefacts has contributed to the development of several notable titles, including Space Hulk: Tactics, The Dungeon of Naheulbeuk – The Amulet of Chaos, Crown Wars: The Black Prince, and is currently working on Disciples: Domination. For more information: <a href="http://www.artefacts-studio.fr/">www.artefacts-studio.fr</a> About asmodee asmodee is a global leader in tabletop gaming. Inspired by players, asmodee has been crafting and taking to market immersive, shared experiences for over 30 years. Its portfolio includes beloved games and intellectual properties such as CATAN®, Ticket to Ride®, Dobble/Spot it!®, 7 Wonders, and Exploding Kittens®. Operationally headquartered in France, asmodee operates globally, making its games accessible to players in over 100 countries around the world. asmodee group’s Class B shares are publicly traded on Nasdaq Stockholm under the ticker ASMDEE B. Learn more about asmodee here: <a href="https://corporate.asmodee.com/newsroom#newsletter">https://corporate.asmodee.com/newsroom#newsletter</a> About FFG Since 1995, Fantasy Flight Games has earned a reputation for its innovative gameplay, immersive gaming experiences, and top-quality game components. As a leading hobby game company based out of Roseville, Minnesota, FFG publishes a massive array of board and card games. Many of FFG’s most popular titles are a mixture of beloved licenses—such as <a href="https://www.fantasyflightgames.com/en/products/#/universe/star-wars">Star Wars</a>™, <a href="https://www.fantasyflightgames.com/en/products/#/universe/marvel">Marvel</a>, J.R.R. Tolkien’s <a href="https://www.fantasyflightgames.com/en/products/#/universe/the-lord-of-the-rings">The Lord of the Rings</a>, and George R.R. Martin’s <a href="https://www.fantasyflightgames.com/en/products/#/universe/a-game-of-thrones">A Song of Ice and Fire</a>—and our own proprietary licenses, such as <a href="https://www.fantasyflightgames.com/en/products/#/universe/arkham-horror-files">Arkham Horror Files</a>, <a href="https://www.fantasyflightgames.com/en/products/#/universe/terrinoth-descent-legends-of-the-dark">Terrinoth Legends</a>, and <a href="https://www.fantasyflightgames.com/en/products/#/universe/twilight-imperium-universe">Twilight Imperium</a>. Throughout the course of the studio’s history, FFG has created and published games in multiple genres, including board, card, miniature, and roleplaying games, as well as trademarked <a href="https://www.fantasyflightgames.com/en/more/living-card-games/">Living Card Games®</a> in over thirty languages and distributed them to more than fifty territories. In 2014, FFG further expanded its international reach by merging with the asmodee Group.

The first video game set in the Descent universe is coming to PC and consoles The heroic fantasy tactical RPG from Artefacts Studio and New Tales is now...