Erie, PA (July 24, 2025) — Whitethorn Games, publisher of accessible and inclusive titles like APICO, Botany Manor, Calico, and Lake, has partnered with global cloud gaming platform Blacknut to bring their games to the cloud. Joining Blacknut’s collection of over 500 premium video games, the Whitethorn titles will soon be accessible in more than 65 countries via streaming, playable seamlessly across a range of connected devices, including SmartTVs, PC, Mobile, and more. This partnership furthers both companies’ missions to make games more approachable—removing barriers like hardware limitations or gaming experience —and enabling players to enjoy cozy, welcoming titles across their devices of choice.
“Everyone should be able to play games,” said Matthew White, CEO of Whitethorn Games. “With Blacknut, we’re making our titles easier to access on devices people already use, and helping bring inclusive, low-stress games to more people, anywhere.”
“We’re thrilled to welcome Whitethorn to Blacknut,” said Nabil Laredj, VP of New Business & Licensing at Blacknut. “Their cozy titles bring warmth and charm that resonate across age groups and experience levels. This partnership reflects where we believe the future of gaming is headed—more welcoming, more meaningful, and more for everyone.”
Beginning July 25, Blacknut subscribers will be able to enjoy:
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Magical Delicacy — cook up spells in a delectable pixelated world
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AGROUND — survive, explore, and rebuild society
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APICO — breed, collect, and preserve pollinators
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Beans: The Coffee Shop Simulator — build and run your café
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Calico — design the cat café of your dreams
Additional titles like Lake, Botany Manor, and Slime Heroes will join Blacknut’s cloud gaming platform in the coming months.
To learn more about Blacknut and their collection of premium games, visit: http://www.blacknut.com.
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Blacknut is the world's leading pure player cloud gaming service dedicated to the general public, distributed both Direct to consumers and B2B through ISPs, device manufacturers, OTT services & Media companies. Blacknut offers the largest catalog of premium games with 800+ premium titles via 150+ licensing partnerships carefully selected for the whole family, all included in a monthly subscription. The service is available in more than 65 countries across Europe, Asia, LATAM, MENA, & North America on a wide range of devices, including mobiles, set-top-boxes and Smart TVs.
Whitethorn Games publishes inclusive, easy-going games that prioritize accessibility and player comfort. With a catalog that respects your time and meets you where you are, we aim to make gaming something everyone can enjoy. Learn more at whitethorngames.com.