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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 wins Best Game at Develop:Star Awards 2026Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 by Sandfall Interactive and Kepler Interactive was awarded Best Game at the Develop:Star Awards 2026, alongside wins for Best Narrative and Best Audio. Other notable winners included Frontier Developments for Best Studio and Sony Interactive Entertainment for Publishing Star.
Peak's success helped Aggro Crab commit to co-op, says studio head: 'We thought we were a character action…Aggro Crab studio head Nick Kaman stated that the success of their game Peak, developed in collaboration with Landfall Games, has shifted the studio's focus towards co-op experiences. Previously considering themselves a character action studio, the positive reception and energy gained from Peak and Content Warning have led them to explore social game mechanics further in their upcoming title, Crashout Crew.
Little Kitty, Big City “Birthday Bash” update out now, patch notes – new content and moreThe "Birthday Bash" update for Little Kitty, Big City is now available for free on Nintendo Switch, celebrating the game's second anniversary. This update introduces new birthday-themed content, an expanded apartment with a new NPC, additional interactable items, and the ability to start the game with a custom cat. The update also includes crossover content with Digital Circus, featuring a Jax hat and skin, and plushies from PEAK.
Little Kitty, Big City Celebrates Two Years of Feline Mischief with a Delightful Birthday UpdateDouble Dagger Studio has released a free Birthday Update for Little Kitty, Big City, celebrating two years since its launch. The update adds an explorable apartment, new Photo Mode features, and crossover content with The Amazing Digital Circus and Peak, including character hats and plushies. Technical fixes and refinements to existing mechanics are also included.
GameMaker says AI coding is inevitable, Sony clarifies DRM confusion, and how video games are helping Rikers inmates - Patch Notes #50This week's Patch Notes covers several key industry developments, including GameMaker's integration of AI coding assistance, Sony's clarification on PlayStation DRM updates, and the use of video games for inmate rehabilitation at Rikers. The article also touches on Ustwo CEO Maria Sayans' comments regarding job security, the closure of Spiders studio, and changes to GitHub Copilot's billing model.
PEAK developers support Make-A-Wish with a charity bundle through DigiphileDigiphile is offering a charity game bundle featuring eight titles, including PEAK, Another Crab's Treasure, and Content Warning, for $12. The bundle supports the Make-A-Wish charity and is available for a limited time. PEAK is highlighted as a co-op climbing game, while Content Warning is noted for its co-op horror gameplay.
Landfall and Aggro Crab Games Bundle Drops With $3 Starting Price | HappyGamerLandfall Games and Aggro Crab have launched a new bundle showcasing their titles, with pricing starting at $3. The bundle offers eight games across various tiers, including popular titles like Totally Accurate Battle Simulator, Stick Fight: The Game, Going Under, and Another Crab's Treasure. This collaboration aims to provide value to players and expose smaller indie titles to a wider audience.- Digiphile Launches “Landfall x Aggro Crab Showcase” Bundle Featuring PEAKDigiphile has launched the "Landfall x Aggro Crab Showcase" bundle, featuring eight games including PEAK, Content Warning, Another Crab's Treasure, HASTE, and Totally Accurate Battle Simulator, to raise funds for the Make-A-Wish foundation. The bundle is available for two weeks and also includes artwork by Gina Chacón. The article also briefly mentions upcoming releases and updates for other games like River City Saga: Journey to the West and ULTRAKILL.
- Landfall x Aggro Crab Showcase Bundles PEAK, Content Warning, and More for CharityDigiphile has launched a limited-time game bundle featuring titles from Landfall Games and Aggro Crab, including PEAK, Another Crab’s Treasure, and Content Warning. The bundle, priced at $12, is available from April 28 to May 12, 2026, with all proceeds supporting Make-A-Wish for World Wish Day. An optional $5 charity tier includes soundtracks and artwork.
PEAK Team Supports Make-A-Wish With A Limited-Time Game CollectionLandfall Games and Aggro Crab are partnering with Digiphile to release a limited-time game collection featuring PEAK and seven other indie titles to support the Make-A-Wish Foundation. The collection, available from April 28 to May 12, includes games like Content Warning and Totally Accurate Battle Simulator, with a portion of sales going directly to charity.- Digiphile Launches The “Landfall x Aggro Crab Showcase” - A limited-time game collection from the teams behind PEAK to support Make-A-Wish.Digiphile, in partnership with Landfall Games and Aggro Crab, has launched the 'Landfall x Aggro Crab Showcase,' a limited-time game collection available for $12. The collection features eight indie titles, including PEAK, Another Crab's Treasure, Haste, and Content Warning, with a portion of sales and all additional donations benefiting Make-A-Wish for World Wish Day.
Devs aren't "lazy" and game updates aren't guaranteed | OpinionThis opinion piece discusses the growing expectation that all games should receive continuous updates, a trend fueled by live service models. Developers like Landfall Games, creators of Peak, are pushing back against the notion that they are 'lazy' when they choose to move on to new projects after a game's initial support period. The article argues that the shift to digital distribution and the success of redemption stories like No Man's Sky and Cyberpunk 2077 have altered consumer expectations, leading to friction between players and developers.
Peak co-dev says games like its iconic friendslop hit "wouldn't exist" if the studio tried to turn everything it makes "into the next Fortnite" with endless content updatesLandfall Games, co-developer of the hit indie game Peak, clarifies that they are not a live service studio and do not intend to provide endless content updates for their games. The developers emphasize that their focus is on creating limited experiences that are updated for a period before moving on to new projects, stating that this approach allows for games like Peak to exist in their current form.- Co-op mountain climber PEAK developer reminds fans it’s not supporting a live-service gameLandfall Games, co-developer of the co-op mountain climber PEAK, has reminded players that neither they nor Aggro Crab are live service studios and that updates are a bonus. The studio addressed complaints about a perceived "lazy dev cycle," explaining that their small team has been stretched thin by numerous updates, ports, and the pressure to release new games annually. Despite the challenges, they confirmed they will continue working on new projects at a more sustainable pace.
April Fool's Day is upon us, and you know what that means: Bubsy feet picsGaming companies participated in April Fool's Day 2026 with various humorous announcements and gags. These included a fake trailer for The Witcher 3 featuring a horse controller, an AI-powered visual upgrade for Crusader Kings III, and a dating simulator spin-off for Palworld. Other jokes involved World of Warcraft adding new features, a console designed for CRPGs, and Satisfactory adding male representation.- PEAK PLAY IT YOUR WAY Update Adds Custom Runs, Mini Runs, and AutosavesLandfall Games and Aggro Crab have released the PLAY IT YOUR WAY update for their co-op climbing game PEAK. The update introduces Custom Runs with adjustable difficulty and hazards, Mini Runs for single biome play, and Campfire Autosaves to allow players to continue expeditions later. Additional features include Chill Campfires and a Zombie Phobia Mode, alongside various bug fixes and balance adjustments.
- The Steam Spring Sale is here with discounts on Arc Raiders, Hades 2 and much moreThe Steam Spring Sale is now live, featuring discounts on a wide range of games until March 26. Notable deals include Arc Raiders for $32, Hades 2 for under $23, and Ghost of Tsushima on PC for $36. Several titles are available at 90 percent off, such as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate and Fallout New Vegas.
'Text is evil:' How making Peak changed indie studio Aggro CrabAggro Crab studio head Nick Kaman discussed how the rapid development of their hit game Peak, co-created with Landfall Games, led to a reevaluation of the studio's internal processes. Kaman highlighted Landfall's 'cowboy development' approach, characterized by minimal friction and spontaneous communication, as a key influence. This experience inspired Aggro Crab to adopt more fluid communication methods and trust in their team, ultimately leading to a more enjoyable and productive development environment.
Fortnite Adding Peak Skins That Will Probably Cost More Than Peak ItselfFortnite is adding skins based on the indie game Peak, developed by Aggro Crab and Landfall Games. The Peak bundle, featuring four scout characters, is set to release on March 21. While pricing is not yet confirmed, the cost is expected to be high due to recent V-Bucks price increases.
Peak co-developer Aggro Crab shares lessons in friendslopNick Kaman, studio head of Aggro Crab, shared insights on creating cooperative games, or 'friendslop,' using their title Peak as an example. Key design elements include mandatory social interaction for progression, first-person cameras to enhance role-playing, and unique approaches to map generation and player death that encourage continued communication.