Summer Slowdown, But Still Moving Forward
While part of the Ion team is now off on their summer vacations, we’re still keeping the engines running. Expect things to move a bit slower during July, but we’re continuing to make great progress across multiple projects.
Global Fulfillment Update
We’re excited to share that Kartini: From Darkness to Light, Third Crusade, and High Frontier 4 All: Module 5 have now reached all five of our global fulfillment centers:
• USA
• UK
• Germany
• Australia
• China
All centers have received backer and pre-order lists, and shipments will proceed accordingly. We understand that some retailers may appear to get their stock early, but rest assured, backers are our top priority. Shipping logistics can be unpredictable, but your support remains central to what we do.
Maleficium -Art, Lore & Final Polish
Our team has been diving deep into final development on Maleficium, refining gameplay and revising flavor text and worldbuilding.
We’ve also added new artwork, which we’ll be sharing on our social media channels in the coming days so make sure to follow us for sneak peeks!
Arrival - Priorities & New Box Cover Incoming
Phil Eklund continues work on Arrival, and we’ve worked together to set new development priorities. One exciting update: a brand-new box cover is in the works and will be revealed soon!
Smarter Than a Monkey – Quiz Game Nearing Production
Also moving forward is Smarter Than a Monkey, a fast-paced quiz game inspired by Hans Rosling’s “monkey theory”, the idea that random guessing by monkeys might outperform humans on global facts.
We’re putting the final touches on this title and getting it ready for the production queue. Stay tuned for a deeper look into how this clever game blends education and fun!
High Frontier 4 All App – Steam Version in Development
Big news from the digital team!
We’re preparing the High Frontier 4 All app for a Steam launch, with a new UI layout and fresh animations tailored for desktop gameplay.
We’re also developing a Quick-Play Mode and are now looking for experienced players to help with internal playtesting—especially those who like to challenge systems and break things.
📍 If you’re in Stockholm, feel free to visit our office and test the new mode in person!
Pax Viking Junior App – Soft Launch Delayed
Our team has been working hard on Pax Viking Junior, which blends Viking history, mini-games, and education in a fun and kid-friendly format.
The soft launch, originally planned for this week, has been delayed due to new feedback from both Google Play and the App Store. We’re actively working on fixes and hope to be live in Canada, Sweden, and Malaysia very soon.