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Channel37 business and news from across the web.- The Last Caretaker Launches Update 5: New Horizons - New progression paths, exploration systems, tools, storyline and major improvementsChannel37 has released Update 5: New Horizons for their Early Access title, The Last Caretaker. This major update introduces Project Eden, a new progression system focused on rebuilding, alongside new exploration mechanics, tools, and a storyline. The update also brings significant performance improvements and new language support.
- Finnish Game of the Year 2025 winner The Last Caretaker by Channel37 releases new trailer and updated demoChannel37 has released a new trailer and an updated demo for their Early Access game, The Last Caretaker, following its win as Finnish Game of the Year 2025. The updates showcase new content, traversal options, tools, and performance improvements for the ocean-world survival game. The studio emphasizes player feedback in their ongoing development process.
Finnish Game Awards 2026 winners announced — MP3s & NPCsThe winners of the 2026 Finnish Game Awards have been announced, with The Last Caretaker taking home Finnish Game of the Year 2025. Other notable wins include My Tennis Apocalypse for Bit1 Game Competition 2026 and Cities: Skylines II for Best IP Expansion 2025. The event, organized by the Finnish Game Developers' Association and Neogames Finland, celebrated outstanding indie productions.- The Finnish Game Awards honored a scarf-wearing robot as Game of the YearThe Finnish Game Awards 2026 celebrated The Last Caretaker by Channel37 as the Best Finnish Game of 2025. Other notable winners included Paradigm Island for best indie game, Cities: Skylines II for best IP expansion, and Clash Royale for business excellence. The awards ceremony highlighted the achievements of the Finnish game industry, with a focus on outstanding indie productions.
- Heroes Get High as Caretakers take to the skies in Update 04: Below UsChannel37 has released Content Update 4: Below Us for their Early Access title, The Last Caretaker. This major update introduces new traversal options with the Salvage Gyro, new locations like Eden Cradle and Project Canticle, and a system called HoloMemory that reveals past events. The update also includes various quality-of-life improvements and performance enhancements.
- Heroes Get High as Caretakers take to the skies in Update 04: Below UsChannel37 has released Content Update 4: Below Us for their Early Access title, The Last Caretaker. This major update introduces new traversal options with the Salvage Gyro, expands the game world with locations like Eden Cradle and Project Canticle, and adds systems such as HoloMemory for uncovering past events. The update also includes numerous performance improvements and quality-of-life features.
Nordic Game Awards 2026: Final Nominations RevealedThe Nordic Game Awards 2026 have revealed their nominations, celebrating games from the Nordic region. The awards ceremony will take place on May 28th at Slagthuset in Malmö, hosted by actor Magnus Bruun. Nominees span categories such as Best Game, Best Art, and Best Technology, highlighting the region's development talent.- The Last Caretaker Shadow Drops Update 3.5: SHADOW DROPChannel37 has released a surprise Early Access update, Update 3.5: Shadow Drop, for their game The Last Caretaker. This update addresses player feedback on issues like broken persistence, unreliable cables, and performance, and introduces new features such as a Photo Drone, PECO minigames, and hidden areas. The studio emphasizes their commitment to fixing player-reported issues promptly, separate from the original content roadmap.
- The Last Caretaker Update 03: Curiosity Wakes Available NowChannel37 has released Update 03: Curiosity Wakes for their sci-fi survival-crafting game, The Last Caretaker, now available in Early Access on Steam and the Epic Games Store. This update introduces orbital contact with a Council of Humanity, new ocean threats like Ram Sharks and ArchAngels, allied support units, and expanded Caretaker customization options.
The Last Caretaker's latest update embraces its inner Dr Evil by adding sharks with frickin' laser beams…The survival simulation game The Last Caretaker has received a new update titled 'Curiosity Wakes', which introduces sharks with laser beams on their heads, deployable NPC companions like a mobile gun turret, and craftable spiderbots. Developer Channel37 has also added robot customization, new quests, locations, and performance optimizations, further solidifying its status as a dependable early access title.- The Last Caretaker Update 03: Curiosity Wakes Available NowChannel37 has released Update 03: Curiosity Wakes for their sci-fi survival-crafting game, The Last Caretaker, which is available in Early Access on Steam and the Epic Games Store. This update introduces orbital contact with the Council of Humanity, new ocean threats like Ram Sharks and Laser Sharks, allied support units, and expanded Caretaker customization options.