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There's been a flood of news about NC's upcoming titles lately,
and your Lounge Correspondent couldn't possibly miss out!
I moved fast on this one.
Here's the essential info, right now!!
Like or Die
A team-based survival FPS where streamers battle it out
'Like or Die' is a next-generation team-based survival FPS (First-Person Shooter). Its official title was first revealed together with the trailer at 'Opening Night Live (ONL)', the eve of Gamescom.
Like or Die
The cosmic streaming platform 'Quaya Stream'
beams your every moment live to a galaxy of viewers.
On Quaya Stream, every win and every death becomes content—
and your epic plays will rack up 'Likes' from viewers.
To claim more 'Likes' than anyone else- that's the sole reason we compete on this stage.
Ready to kick off your premiere broadcast with show-stopping performance no one can match?
Like or Die — we hope for your continued interest going forward.
📌 Like or Die Info 📌
Check out the world setting, combat, outfits, and more on the official Like or Die website.
📌STEAM WISHLIST NOW📌
Add it to your STEAM wishlist right now.
📌 ON AIR Notifications 📌
Get notified about new updates and event news for Like or Die.
Astrae Oratio
A new dream [magic] begins — a shinden-ki magic RPG
'Astrae Oratio' is a shinden-ki (new legendary tale) subculture RPG set in a fantasy world where 'magic' exists.
The title is said to translate from Latin as "prayer of the stars" or "a prayer offered to the stars."
Closed beta test recruitment is currently open, and the game will also be exhibiting at an independent booth at 'Tokyo Game Show 2026', running September 17–21, 2026!
You can check out 'Tokyo Game Show 2026' news on the special page.
If you haven't applied for the CBT yet,
Apply NOW!
[Recruitment & Test Schedule]
Recruitment Period: Aug 19, 2026, 12:00 – Sep 21, 2026, 12:00 (UTC+9)
Tester Selection Results & Test Period: To be announced separately
Please be sure to check follow-up announcements for detailed schedules, including the official test opening/closing times.
※ The schedule announced here may change depending on operations; any changes will be announced via the official X channel and website.
We'll bring you a briefing as soon as new news comes out.
Please keep your interest in Cinder City going! 😊
📌 Astrae Oratio Info 📌
Check out the world setting, characters, and more details.
Cinder City
An open-world cinematic third-person shooter
'Cinder City' is reportedly being developed around three core pillars:
△ A 'cinematic shooter' delivering stunning visuals and high immersion
△ A 'massive open world' set in a destroyed Seoul
△ 'Large-scale multiplayer PvE (Player vs. Environment)' content where numerous players cooperate and take on challenges together depending on the situation.
We'll bring you a briefing as soon as new news comes out.
Please keep your interest in Cinder City going! 😊
📌 Cinder City Info 📌
Check out Cinder City on the official website.
📌 WISHLIST NOW 📌
Add it to your STEAM wishlist right now.
📌 TRAILER 📌
Watch Cinder City's official trailers, including the Gamescom 2026 trailer and the official cinematic trailer.
Limit Zero Breakers
An animated action RPG
Not saving the world — a story about saving yourself.
The Limit Zero Breakers Frontier Test ended on September 14, 2026 (Mon) at 11:00 (KST).
You were able to experience expanded content including △3 main story chapters △2 spin-off stories △a new equipment system, 'Primal Gear' △6 boss raids △12 characters.
This test also let you check out improvements made based on feedback from the previous test, including △Main Story Chapters 1–2 △combat system △character and background art quality △UX/UI, and more.
Thank you to everyone who took part in the test,
and please continue to show your support going forward.
We'll be back with more news soon~
📌 Limit Zero Breakers Info 📌
Check out test news, game info, Breaker characters, and wallpapers on the official website.
📌 Newsletter Sign-up 📌
Be the first to get news about Limit Zero Breakers!
📌 STEAM WISHLIST 📌
Add it to your STEAM wishlist right now.
Time Takers
A time-based survival shooter
Time Takers ran a global test for Steam users from September 5 to 8, 2026.
Building on the results of the first CBT held last March, the following were applied:
△revamped upgrade system △character appearance changes △color-blind mode support △added training grounds △overhauled tutorial △fixed Pod system △improved matchmaking and balance. Through this test, the team plans to gather feedback from a wider range of regions and reflect it in development.
Thank you to everyone who took part in the test,
and please look forward to even more ahead!
We'll let you know right away as soon as there's new news
📌 Time Takers Info 📌
Check out game info, Travelers, and more.
📌 STEAM WISHLIST 📌
Add Time Takers to your Steam wishlist.
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