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Introducing Astro Burn, An Adrenaline Fueled, 16-bit Inspired Shooter, That’s Guaranteed to Catisfy!
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Beyond The Pixels®, a London based studio dedicated to re-inventing retro for today’s generation announced today their first title, Astro Burn, a fur-filled-frantic shooter, expected to launch on PC and console in early 2026.
Beyond the Pixels® was founded by film, TV, Games Cinematics Director, and passionate life-long retro gamer – HaZ Dulull, whose credits span Netflix® features, Disney+ shows, Fortnite projects, and cinematics for Evil Genius 2 and Dune: Awakening. The studio builds on his cross-industry expertise, developing original and licensed game IP designed to expand into film, TV, and user-generated content.
Its debut title, Astro Burn, is a modern, retro inspired shoot-’em-up launching across PC, Mac, mobile, and consoles. An animated TV series adaptation, previously announced in Deadline, is already in development, underscoring the studio’s transmedia vision.
As their first official title, Astro Burn certainly ticks all the boxes. With no time for exposition, gamers find themselves blasting into the dark recesses of the cosmos, assuming the role of Astro, a fearless feline space pilot returning from a deep-space mission with her robot companion AL, only to find Earth encircled by towering A.I. war machines… and not a single human in sight.
Before we delve any fur-ther into Astro Burn, let us paws for a moment, as Beyond The Pixels is delighted to announce that a free demo of the game is available from today on Steam®! With gameplay as heated as a cat on a hot tin roof, gamers can download the free demo.
Armed with blazing firepower and cat-like reflexes, Astro is forced to confront waves of deadly enemies, uncover the truth behind humanity’s disappearance, and take the fight to the mechanical overlords in order to discover what led to Earth’s cat-aclysmic demise!
Gamers will need all of Astro’s nine lives to survive the bullet-hell onslaught, set across ten diverse levels of gorgeous space-based shoot-‘em-up action, evoking the much-loved pixel art of the 16-bit era and crammed with tight controls, purr-tinent power ups and meowsic that promises to keep the adrenaline flowing. It’s fast. It’s furry. It’s furious, and it never lets up!
Here’s What To Expect With Astro Burn:
- Blistering side-scrolling shoot-’em-up inspired by 16-bit classics.
- Reborn and re-engineered for modern gamers with slick modern pixel art, tight yet simple controls, and adrenaline-pumping action.
- Roguelite challenge to get your claws into!
- Two Player Co-Op Arcade mode: Double the kitty chaos! Share weapons and work together to take down the evil machines or go into competitive co-op!
- One button action makes the controls kitty simple to master, with a “Stack-em-up” weapons system.
- Sci-Fi mystery lore led by a sassy, feline badass packed with cat-tastic quips and purr-fect puns at every turn! Coupled with her logical thinking robot companion makes for fun character moments designed to delight and surprise!
- Unlock each level as you progress, with the freedom to replay levels anytime.
- Earn Steam achievements and become the cat who got the cream!
- Challenging end of level bosses will leave you feline amazed!
- Battle through ten incredible levels—from deep space and mechanical worlds to Earth’s skies, underwater realms, sprawling cities, and beyond!
- Enjoy four to six hours of action-packed gameplay, with even more hours to sink in through skill mastery, level replays, unlockables & additional game modes.
- Hi-Score leaderboard with Time (hello speed-runs!)
- Unleash powerups such as the Catnip Mode (Bullet time in space!)
- Banging synth-wave retro cool soundtrack by Venice Bleach.
HaZ Dulull, Creator of Astro Burn, commented on today’s announcement, “I’m grinning like a Cheshire cat today, as we finally go live with the downloadable demo for Astro Burn, the first official title from Beyond The Pixels®. I want players to walk away from my games with a sense of fun and wonder, the same feeling I had as a teenager spending hours at the arcades. These days, so many games demand 60+ hours of commitment or lock you into subscriptions, but back then it was simple—you could just pick up a game, play, and have fun without it being so time-consuming or overwhelming.” Explaining what inspired HaZ to develop the game, he continued, “I’m developing Astro Burn to bring back the spirit of gaming’s golden age and it’s also why I’m planning to release physical editions of our titles—because there’s something special about holding a game in your hands, just like the old days. There’s much more to come, but for now, I can’t wait for gamers to feel the burn, blast off into orbit and experience the fun of Astro Burn for themselves!”
Astro Burn is expected to launch on PC, Mac, mobile and console starting from early 2026. The aforementioned animated TV show is currently in development with more details to follow.
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Play your way to a share of $100,000 each week
GGPoker, the World’s Biggest Poker Room, today announced the launch of an exhilarating new promotion designed to give players even more chances to win big: the Weekly $100K Freeroll. Starting on October 18, poker enthusiasts can compete for a share of a guaranteed $100,000 prize pool every single week, completely free of charge.
The Weekly $100K Freeroll offers a straightforward path for players to turn their everyday poker action into significant winnings. Players can claim tickets to both the Daily Freeroll tournaments or the main Weekly Freerolls in a variety of ways. The Daily Freerolls run twice every day, with thousands of Weekly Freeroll tickets up for grabs in each event.
Every Saturday at 08:00 (UTC-8), the main $100,000 freeroll tournament will take center stage, promising thrilling action and substantial payouts for hundreds of players.
How to Enter the Daily and Weekly Freerolls
GGPoker has made qualification easily accessible:
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Daily Freerolls (Run Twice Daily): Players can secure a ticket by:
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Fully completing their sign-up at GGPoker
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Making a deposit
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Playing 100 cash game hands
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Weekly $100K Freeroll (Every Saturday): Players can earn their spot in the big weekly event by:
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Winning a ticket in a Daily Freeroll
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Making a cumulative deposit of $500 or more during the week
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Refer a Friend Bonus: Successfully referring a friend (via GGPoker’s new Refer Your Friend feature) who registers and makes their first deposit will also grant a direct ticket to the Weekly $100K Freeroll for both players
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Playing 1,000 cash game hands
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“We are incredibly excited to launch the Weekly $100K Freeroll, offering our players an unparalleled opportunity to compete for a massive prize pool with no buy-in required,” said Sarne Lightman, Managing Director of GGPoker. “This promotion is designed to both reward our loyal community and welcome new players, making poker more accessible and exciting than ever. With multiple ways to qualify daily, everyone has a shot at playing for a tasty score each Saturday.”
To learn more about the Weekly $100K Freeroll, please visit: ggpoker.com/promotions/weekly-freeroll/
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Fast Track is issuing this statement regarding an isolated incident that occurred in early October.
Fast Track experienced a highly sophisticated cyber attack that specifically targeted two clients operating on the Fast Track Platform.
Upon detection of the breach, Fast Track immediately ceased the attack and informed the affected parties.
Fast Track confirms that no other clients have been impacted by this incident.
Further details will be provided as they become available and appropriate to release.
If you have any questions regarding this incident, please email [email protected].
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Here are this weeks latest slots releases compiled by European Gaming
GAMOMAT is taking players on a colourful adventure with its new title, Frooty Troupe Sun Splash. This feel-good game launches the new Frooty Troupe series, transporting players to exciting worlds, with more to be revealed in time.
Relax Gaming has launched Masked Treasures, a volatile Aztec-inspired slot packed with mystery symbols and free spins. Set deep in the jungle on a 5×3 reel layout, Masked Treasures invites players to uncover sacred rewards hidden behind ornate gold masks, with a maximum win potential of 5,000x the stake.
Evoplay has launched Hocus Pocus Sorcery, where the night comes alive with glowing gems, enchanted books, and mischievous black cat. Hocus Pocus Sorcery captures the Halloween spirit with a supernatural flair. Players are welcomed into a moonlit world of bubbling cauldrons and mysterious symbols, where each spin offers a chance to unlock powerful features and hidden rewards.
Players will feel the power of the herd and find strength in every spin in Buffalo Wild Collection, the latest slot from in-demand iGaming content provider, ICONIC21. Buffalo Wild Collection takes players to the Great Plains, where they follow these magnificent beasts towards potentially big wins.
TaDa Gaming, is hoisting the Jolly Roger for a barrel full of gold in new release Lucky Macaw. An unusual grid layout sees three reels and three rows, with the centre reel holding an extra position/fourth row, plus 10 fixed paylines. Set in Pirate Cove with the galleon anchored offshore, Captain Macaw is ready to parley with players for pirate coins and bags of gold cash symbols.
Endorphina has announced the release of its newest title, Sloteus Gold. Featuring 5 reels, 4 rows, 25 fixed paylines, and a royal treasure narrative, Sloteus Gold is now available in online casinos. This new Endorphina slot invites players on a royal adventure for King Sloteus’ Gold, where valuable coins with multipliers up to x15 are in play.
Amusnet has released its latest slot game – 40 Lucky Wilds Hot. This sizzling online slot turns the temperature up with classic charm, vibrant symbols, and electrifying winning potential. Designed with 5 reels and 40 fixed paylines, 40 Lucky Wilds Hot invites players into a world where every spin crackles with excitement.
Million Games, together with Million Stars partner studio Yugo Workshop, has announced the launch of FreakShow Hotel, a Halloween-themed 5×3 video slot designed to deliver both festive fun and serious win potential. Set inside Count Drac’s haunted hotel, the game invites players to join a supernatural banquet filled with ghosts, monsters, and high-paying surprises.
Stakelogic has unveiled its latest enchanted adventure, Leprechaun’s Loot, where Irish folklore meets inventive mechanics. Starring Pip O’Spin, a cheeky leprechaun from the emerald hills with a gift for turning rainbows into gold, the game combines playful storytelling with exciting Hold ‘N’ Win action.
Play’n GO breathes new life into ancient Chinese mythology with Bao Shi, a visually striking 5-reel slot centred around the mythical Lion God, Lioras. Set amidst mist-shrouded mountains and long-forgotten temples, Bao Shi beckons players to release Lioras from an ancient spell cast by a malevolent warlord, bringing prosperity to those brave enough to beat the drums of destiny.
Evoplay has launched Trick or Treat Joker, a spooky slot where mischief and mayhem rule the night. Led by the sinister yet charming Joker, this Halloween-themed release blends spooky visuals with classic fruit symbols for a mischievous twist on conventional gameplay. Pumpkins, cobwebs, bats, and glowing symbols create a haunting setting for an eerie adventure.
Spinomenal is celebrating this year’s Halloween with the release of its new title, Spooky Halloween. Spinomenal’s chilling slot is set within a forest cloaked in fog, surrounded by twisted trees and glowing candles illuminating the 5×4 layout. Adding to the haunting experience is an atmospheric soundtrack, echoing with eerie chimes that builds anticipation with every spin.
Amusnet has released its latest video slot, Wild Fortune. This 5-reel, 40-fixed-payline video slot features nine beautifully designed symbols. The Wild symbol expands on all reels and positions, helping players to complete winning combinations and unlock hidden treasures.
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