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Don't Starve Together hits new concurrent player count peak a decade after releaseDon't Starve Together has reached a new all-time peak of 122,662 concurrent players on Steam, a decade after its initial release. This surge in players is attributed to a significant discount, making the game available for under $2. The success of the multiplayer component is highlighted, with the upcoming Don't Starve Elsewhere also focusing on co-op.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 19: GOG.com Summer SaleThis weekend's PC gaming deals include GOG.com's Summer Sale featuring discounts on titles like Hollow Knight Silksong and Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition. Steam and Epic Games Store also have various sales, with free games available on Epic Games Store and Amazon Luna. Humble Bundle offers several game bundles for different price tiers.
Resource management? Survival games are about time management.Seth Rosen, game director for Pacific Drive, argues that survival games are fundamentally about time management rather than just resource gathering or combat. He suggests that the core of these games lies in balancing various systems and tasks, which create pressure and stakes for the player. Rosen criticizes many survival games for lacking richness and meaningful goals, emphasizing that effective time management is key to creating engaging experiences.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 12: Steam Bullet FestThis 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.- Get Eets for FreeKlei Entertainment is offering its debut puzzle game, Eets, for free on PC via Steam. Players can claim a free copy of the game until Monday.
Klei Entertainment classic Eets is now free and updated for modern PCs with a Linux versionKlei Entertainment has updated its classic puzzle game Eets, originally released in 2006, to be playable on modern PCs and has made it available for free to celebrate the company's 20th anniversary. The update includes a native Linux version, with the game also now compatible with macOS. The title was previously delisted in 2015 due to compatibility issues.- On SaleKlei Entertainment is holding a publisher sale on Steam, offering discounts on various titles. Notable deals include 50% off Street Fighter 6 and Captain Wayne - Vacation Desperation, along with a 30% discount on Tales of Seikyu. The sale is part of the Klei Fest Publisher Sale 2026.
Vampire Survivors has a free content expansion, plus a Legacy of the Bloodmoon DLC in Summer 2026Developer poncle has released a free content update for Vampire Survivors, version 1.15, which includes major quality-of-life improvements, new content like stages and characters, and various tweaks. Additionally, the 'Legacy of the Bloodmoon' DLC was announced for Summer 2026, serving as an expansion to 'Legacy of the Moonspell'. poncle also revealed plans for a new studio in Japan headed by Sawaki Takeyasu and a lineup of 'Survivaton' games.
Engineering puzzle game U.V.S. Nirmana arrives from the Zachtronics team at CoincidenceThe Zachtronics team, under the Coincidence name, has released a new engineering puzzle game titled U.V.S. Nirmana, with Klei Entertainment handling publishing. The game features thirty puzzles focused on designing pipe networks and managing energy flows. It is available on PC with Linux support.
The 39 Best Survival Games To Play In 2026This guide highlights 39 of the best survival games available in 2026, spanning various platforms and offering diverse gameplay experiences. The article details key features, developers, and release information for each title, emphasizing elements like resource management, base building, and combat.
Is Fortnite Toxic? An Honest Answer Backed by Data (2026) | TAGData suggests Fortnite's reputation for toxicity is more nuanced than commonly perceived, with lower rates of identity-based harassment compared to other competitive shooters. While age-driven trash talk and skill-gap frustration are prevalent, especially in modes like Ranked, Epic Games has implemented moderation tools and default communication settings to mitigate harm, particularly for younger players.- MMO Week in Review: Gorgon’s drama, TurtleWoW’s demise, Ashes’ docsThis week in the MMORPG genre saw significant drama and updates across various titles. Ashes of Creation's former boss released legal documents, Project Gorgon faced community backlash over bans, and TurtleWoW announced its closure following a lawsuit. Additionally, Book of Travels is transitioning to a solo offline game, while new content and updates arrived for games like Guild Wars 2, Final Fantasy XIV, and Elder Scrolls Online.
- Don’t Starve Elsewhere is the sequel to the ‘uncompromising’ multiplayer survival game set in a fantasy worldKlei Entertainment has announced Don't Starve Elsewhere, the sequel to their multiplayer survival game Don't Starve Together. The new title will retain the series' signature uncompromising survival gameplay and blend of 2D and 3D visuals, but will be set in a dark gothic fantasy realm with new biomes and resources. The game is available for wishlisting on Steam.
This week in PC games: sci-fi shooter Pragmata, 2.5D platformer Replaced, and the most wishlisted game on Steam compete with illuminated manuscriptsThis week in PC games features a variety of upcoming titles including the sci-fi shooter Pragmata and the 2.5D platformer Replaced. Other notable releases and demos include the survival game Oceaneers, the espionage RPG Moves of the Diamond Hand, and the pirate-themed Windrose. The article also highlights unique management games like Sintopia and Scriptorium: Master of Manuscripts.
Triple-i Initiative Showcase had some really incredible announcements - a roundupThe Triple-i Initiative Showcase featured numerous announcements for indie games, including new reveals, release dates, and DLC. Several titles like Alabaster Dawn, Alkahest, and Away Team were highlighted, with many set to enter Early Access or launch in the coming months. The showcase also included updates for existing games such as Barotrauma and Brotato.
Away Team announces single-player playtestKlei Entertainment has announced the first single-player playtest for their upcoming sidescrolling base-building game, Away Team. The playtest will be available for PC via Steam, with sign-ups now open. The game features a deep simulation of gas, liquid, and heat, requiring players to manage resources and environmental factors to survive on an alien world.
Don’t Starve Elsewhere Drops Announcement Trailer: This Thing Looks Absolutely BrutalKlei Entertainment has announced Don't Starve Elsewhere, promising a brutal and uncompromising survival experience that builds upon the franchise's core mechanics. The trailer suggests a focus on deep systems, challenging gameplay, and potentially new settings or mechanics. The game aims to maintain the series' signature difficulty and sense of accomplishment while potentially refining its technical execution.
Don’t Starve Elsewhere AnnouncedKlei has announced Don't Starve Elsewhere, a new installment in the Don't Starve series, which will launch for PC via Steam. The game features survival in a new world filled with magic and monsters, with players able to explore multi-tiered wilderness environments and new biomes. A release date has not yet been announced.- Don’t Starve Elsewhere AnnouncedKlei Entertainment has announced Don't Starve Elsewhere for PC, a new entry in the survival series featuring procedurally generated, multi-layered environments with distinct biomes and climate systems. The game introduces a new 'Fog' threat and supports both solo and co-op play.
- Don't Starve Elsewhere is the latest game in the popular series from Klei EntertainmentKlei Entertainment has announced Don't Starve Elsewhere, the latest installment in the popular survival series. The game will feature new magic, monsters, and mysteries, and will support both solo and co-op gameplay.