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Free Play Days – NBA 2K26, Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Breakpoint, Wax Heads, and More
Xbox is offering Free Play Days featuring NBA 2K26, Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Wildlands, Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Breakpoint, Sports Renovations, and Wax Heads. These titles are available for various durations and membership tiers, with options for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, and Essential members, as well as all Xbox members.
Open-World Adventure Caravan SandWitch Launches on Android
The open-world adventure game Caravan SandWitch has launched on Android, following its initial release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch in September 2024. Developed by Studio Plane Toast and published by Dear Villagers, the game focuses on exploration and narrative without combat, tasking players with finding a missing sister on the desert planet Cigalo.
Indie Selects for August 2026: Adventure is Calling This Summer
Microsoft's ID@Xbox team has highlighted six indie games available in August, including "Deer & Boy," "Hell Clock," "D-topia," "Cozy Grove: Camp Spirit," "Backrooms: Escape Together," and "Moss: The Forgotten Relic." These titles span various genres from narrative adventures and roguelites to puzzle games and co-op horror, offering diverse experiences for players on Xbox platforms.
HellSlave II: Judgment of the Archon Released
HellSlave II: Judgment of the Archon, a dungeon crawling RPG from developers Ars Goetia and Dear Villagers, has been released on PC via Steam. The game is currently available with a 15% launch discount.
Lovecraftian Underwater Roguelite Dive or Die: Children of Rain Launches on PC
The Lovecraftian underwater roguelike Dive or Die: Children of Rain, developed by Drop Rate Studio and published by Dear Villagers, has launched on PC. Players have 40 in-game days to recover sacred idols from the Abyssal Pool to save humanity from a final flood, with permanent death and resource management being key gameplay elements. An Endless Mode is also available for players who prefer a less time-constrained experience.
DIVE or DIE - Children of Rain Released
DIVE or DIE - Children of Rain, a Lovecraftian roguelite developed by Drop Rate Studio and published by Dear Villagers, is now available on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. The game features a waterlogged theme and challenging gameplay.
Out today, Die or Dive is a promising roguelite scuba sim that basically turns Darkest Dungeon into Ecco the Dolphin
Dive or Die, a 2D roguelite scuba simulation game from Drop Rate Studio and Dear Villagers, is now available. The game challenges players to explore underwater ruins for resources while avoiding mutated creatures and a looming squidgod known as the Rainmaker. Similar to Darkest Dungeon, player characters are fragile and can develop afflictions, with each run having a countdown until a final tsunami.
Brand-New PS5 Adventure Game Already Discounted on PS Store
The new PlayStation 5 adventure game Deer & Boy, developed by Lifeline Games and published by Dear Villagers, is currently available at a 10% discount on the PlayStation Store for PS Plus members. The game, which features a narrative cinematic adventure with a focus on a boy's bond with a fawn, has received positive player reviews and holds a "Very Positive" rating on Steam.
Deer & Boy Released
The cinematic platformer Deer & Boy, developed by Lifeline Games and published by Dear Villagers, has been released on PC via Steam. The game is described as a "poetic" experience featuring a rainy aesthetic.
Deer & Boy Launches – A Poetic Adventure Of Friendship, Wonder And Healing
Deer & Boy, a poetic adventure game focused on friendship and healing, has launched on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Developed by Lifeline Games and published by Dear Villagers, the game features wordless storytelling and an evolving companion mechanic where a child and a fawn grow together. The game received a 3.5/5 score in a review, praised for its presentation and accessibility.
Cinematic Platformer Deer & Boy Is Now Available
The cinematic platformer Deer & Boy, developed by LifeLine Games and published by Dear Villagers, is now available on PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series. The game tells a touching story about a boy and a fawn who form an unexpected friendship to overcome life's struggles. It was first revealed during the 2024 Summer Games Fest and is available with a 10% launch discount for the first week.
Deer & Boy Review - Silence speaks louder than words
Deer & Boy is a poetic and cinematic adventure game developed by LifeLine Games and published by Dear Villagers. The game features a narrative devoid of dialogue, relying on its visuals, sound design, and emotional storytelling to convey the bond between an orphaned boy and a baby deer. Despite some minor puzzle clarity issues, the game is praised for its accessibility, stunning visuals, and impactful soundtrack, offering a deeply emotional journey about grief and self-discovery.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for June 22 to 26
Xbox announced a slate of new games coming to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass between June 22 and June 26. Titles include Age of Empires Mobile: PC Edition, DEAD OR ALIVE 6 Last Round, and EMPULSE (Game Preview), among many others. Specific release dates and optimizations for Xbox Series X|S are noted for several titles.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 12: Steam Bullet Fest
This weekend's PC gaming deals include a Steam Bullet Fest celebrating bullet hell and shooter games, alongside sales from various publishers and developers like Capcom, Klei, and Ubisoft. Notable titles on sale include Vampire Survivors, Returnal, and Destiny 2, with free games and bundles also available across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, and Amazon Luna.
Puzzle Narrative Game Shape Sender Deluxe Releasing in Fall 2026
Dead Teapot Games and Dear Villagers have announced that their puzzle narrative game, Shape Sender Deluxe, will be released in Fall 2026 for PC and Nintendo Switch. The game features physics-based puzzles, a narrative driven by its mascot Sendy, and a level editor mode. A demo with an updated level editor is currently available on Steam.
Shape Sender Deluxe heading to Nintendo Switch
Shape Sender Deluxe, a physics-based puzzle game developed by Dead Teapot and published by Dear Villagers, is coming to the Nintendo Switch. The game features over 90 handcrafted challenges with unique shapes and tools, a reactive soundtrack, and a level editor for custom puzzle creation. A release date for the Nintendo Switch version will be announced later.
On Sale
Several sales are currently active on Steam, including the Resident Evil Franchise Sale and the Dear Villagers Publisher Sale, which runs until June 14. Additionally, a World Ocean Day Charity Sale is available, offering discounts on various titles.
1348 Ex Voto Now Available Physically for PlayStation 5
Meridiem announced that the physical editions of 1348 Ex Voto are now available for PlayStation 5. Developed by Sedleo and digitally published by Dear Villagers, the game is a 3rd-person cinematic action-adventure set in medieval Italy. Two editions, Limited and Golden, are offered, including the base game and additional downloadable content and physical extras.
Beloved Mega Man-Style Platformer Is Getting A Sequel Next Year
Domesticated Ant Games and Dear Villagers have announced Gravity Circuit 2, a sequel to the beloved Mega Man-style platformer, is set to launch on Nintendo Switch in 2027. The sequel will feature playable characters Kai and Cable, new abilities, and Booster Chips, continuing the nostalgic pixel art style of the original.
Gravity Circuit 2 announced with the original Gravity Circuit free to claim for keeps
Gravity Circuit 2 has been announced, with its predecessor, Gravity Circuit, available for free on Steam until June 14th. The sequel is set to release in 2027 and will feature two playable characters, over a dozen stages with unique bosses, and extensive customization options.
