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, and 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—follow us for sneak peeks!
Arrival – Priorities & New Box Cover Incoming
Phil Eklund continues work on Arrival, and we’ve set new development priorities together. 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
Smarter Than a Monkey is a fast-paced quiz game inspired by Hans Rosling’s “monkey theory.” We’re putting the final touches on this title and getting it ready for production. Stay tuned for a deeper look at 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. A Quick-Play Mode is also in the works, and we’re looking for experienced players to help with internal playtesting.
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, kid-friendly format. The soft launch has been delayed due to new feedback from Google Play and the App Store, but we hope to be live in Canada, Sweden, and Malaysia very soon.