SOFIA, BULGARIA - 16 APRIL 2025 - ChibiPhoenix, a pioneering creator and distributor of games and user-generated content, has announced its co-production partnership with Belgian video game company and developer N-Zone on two new video games, including the forthcoming addition to the Chickenhare franchise.
The 3D adventure platformer ‘Chickenhare and the Treasure of Spiking Beard’ is set to be released on Steam, Switch and PS5 later this year. It follows the 2022 release of nWave Studio’s animated feature ‘Chickenhare and the Hamster of Darkness’, which has delighted audiences across the world thanks to international Netflix distribution. A sequel, ‘Chickennhare and the Secret of the Groundhog' will be released in movie theatres this year.
ChibiPhoenix’s announcement reflects the growing intersection of entertainment IP across mediums, where audiences can engage with their favorite characters and franchises regardless of the platform. As well as providing finance to license the IP for use as a video game, ChibiPhoenix is taking a new approach to game distribution by actively involving the creative community with Treasure of Spiking Beard’s release.
Artists, designers, and storytellers will be able to design digital comics, 2D and 3D artworks, and create fan made games related to ‘Chickenhare and the Treasure of Spiking Beard’ through AMILOVA, a truly collaborative UGC platform for games and comics. Set to support games in 2026, AMILOVA will also allow creators to easily create and monetize their work.
The second project to arise from the co-production partnership is ‘Megagum’, planned to be released on PC and consoles in the second half of 2025. The 3D platformer will see players explore the exciting but not-so-sweet world of confectionery in this original IP. Both games will be released on AMILOVA in 2026.
Adrien Bacchi, CEO of ChibiPhoenix, commented:
“Interactive entertainment is changing. More and more players are interested in engaging with IP across various media channels, whether that’s games, comics, movies or something all together different. Our co-production partnership with N-Zone provides fans with a whole new way to enjoy the Chickenhare franchise, and try out something new with the original Megagum IP. With the launch of our new AMILOVA platform we are hoping to encourage the community to get involved in building the universe through fan-made games featuring the beloved characters from the movie.”
Vincenzo Bianca, CEO, N-Zone, commented:
“We’ve enjoyed working closely with ChibiPhoenix on the creation of ‘Chickenhare and the Treasure of Spiking Beard’. Their expertise with transmedia has helped us create the best experience for fans of Chickenhare and gamers alike. Our vision is that fans can immerse themselves in the world of Chickenhare through the game which seamlessly brings them into the heart of the story. We’re excited to see how the community reacts to the game.”
ChibiPhoenix has operated within the video games industry since 2006, both as a co-production partner and self-publisher of its signature RPG titles Manga RPG and Amour Agents. In March 2025, at the Game Developers Conference in San Francisco, ChibiPhoenix announced the upcoming arrival of games to its AMILOVA platform.
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About ChibiPhoenix
Founded in 2006, Sofia-headquarted ChibiPhoenix is a digital publisher and platform developer specializing in freemium mobile and browser games such as MangaRPG and Amour Agent. Its resilient team of over 60 are experts in tech, sales, marketing, design, communities and transmedia experiences. As a bootstrapped company, ChibiPhoenix is proud to share that from their humble beginnings, they have made over $100M in sales and have a proven track record of profitability, the company combines expertise in user acquisition, community-driven content, and innovative monetization strategies, that they have honed from scratch. ChibiPhoenix is currently expanding its collaborative transmedia ecosystem with AMILOVA.COM, a next-generation content distribution platform, uniting user-generated comics and games with a creator-centric business model, which ChibiPhoenix pioneered and has been perfecting over the last decade. This platform has already bridged genres and allowed artists from different backgrounds and mediums to create together, however it looks to transcend experiences as it expands.
About N-Zone
N-Zone SA is a Belgian company dedicated to designing and developing innovative, interactive experiences that blend technology, creativity, and treasure hunting. Founded in 2014 by Vincenzo Bianca, N-Zone specializes in crafting memorable experiences across platforms, ranging from mobile games to PC and console titles. The company is particularly renowned for its real-life treasure hunts, which integrate high-value Easter Eggs into its games. With over €1,500,000 in hidden prizes, N-Zone is the world’s leading company in this unique field. These treasure hunts offer players a “game within the game,” encouraging deeper engagement and a truly immersive experience. Driven by a vision to inspire and captivate diverse audiences through game-based learning and innovative storytelling, N-Zone operates across various sectors. Its multidisciplinary team brings together expertise in psychology, game design, user experience, and software development to co-create impactful, playful solutions. At the core of N-Zone’s mission lies a strong commitment to social impact, creativity, and collaboration—empowering individuals and communities through meaningful, interactive experiences.