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Lou’s Lagoon Invites Players To Explore A Tropical Mystery
Lou's Lagoon, a cozy crafting and exploration adventure game developed by Tiny Roar and published by Megabit Publishing, has officially launched. Players can now explore a tropical archipelago, solve a central mystery involving a missing uncle, and restore island communities. The game is available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for August 24 to 28
This week's Xbox update highlights numerous game releases between August 24th and 28th across Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC, with many titles also available on Game Pass. Notable releases include STAR WARS Zero Company, Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, and Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters, alongside various indie titles and remasters.
OtherSide Entertainment lays off 18 from Thick as Thieves team
OtherSide Entertainment has laid off 18 employees from its Thick as Thieves development team, bringing the total number of recent layoffs to 36. The studio cited the increasing difficulty of commercially viable development for immersive sims as the reason for the cuts, despite a recent investment from Aonic and a reduced scope for Thick as Thieves.
Thick as Thieves Drops New Accolades Trailer Alongside Steam Sale and Developer Livestream
OtherSide Entertainment and Megabit Publishing have released a new accolades trailer for their stealth-action adventure game, Thick as Thieves. To celebrate, the game is 20% off on Steam until July 9, and a developer livestream featuring Warren Spector and Dana Nightingale will discuss immersive sim design.
Jobs roundup: June 2026 | Bernard Kim joins Appcharge advisory board
Several key appointments and elections have occurred in the games industry. Bernard Kim has joined Appcharge's advisory board, Romain Dijoux is the new studio head at Netflix's Night School Studio, and the German Games Industry Association has elected a new executive board. Other notable moves include Sam Hilary at Team17, Charlotte Spurgeon and Celeste Valentine at Imprint Studios, and leadership changes at Side.
Stealth-Action Heist Adventure Thick as Thieves with Co-Op Mode Drops on PC
The stealth-action heist game Thick as Thieves, developed by OtherSide Entertainment and published by Megabit Publishing, has launched on PC via Steam. The game features solo and two-player online co-op modes, set in an alternate-history 1910s Scotland where magic and technology collide. Players take on the role of a Thieves' Guild member undertaking heists with shifting security layouts and dynamic difficulty.
Thick as Thieves Launches Today on Steam with Co-Op Stealth Action | Invision Game Community
OtherSide Entertainment and Megabit Publishing have launched Thick as Thieves on Steam, a stealth-action game set in an alternate-history Scotland. The title features cooperative gameplay for two players, replayable missions, and a blend of immersive stealth mechanics. It is available for £4.99/$4.99/€4.99 and includes an introductory campaign with future content expansions planned.
Thick as Thieves Sneaks onto Steam Today
The stealth action title Thick as Thieves, developed by OtherSide Entertainment and published by Megabit Publishing, has launched today on PC via Steam for $4.99. The game features a solo or two-player online co-op campaign with dynamic stealth gameplay and replayable maps. The developers plan to expand the game's setting and stories with future content.
Thick as Thieves Review – The work of a cat burglar
Thick as Thieves is a stealth adventure game that fails to live up to the legacy of its genre pioneers. Despite an interesting setting in 1910s Scotland, the game suffers from a lack of content, repetitive mission design, poor AI, and clunky controls, making it an underwhelming experience.
Thick as Thieves Pricing and Future Plans Confirmed
OtherSide Entertainment and Megabit Publishing have confirmed that the stealth adventure game Thick as Thieves will launch on PC via Steam on May 20 for $4.99/€4.99/£4.99. This initial release will serve as an introductory campaign, with plans for future content expansions to the city of Kilcairn. A new developer diary details the game's stealth mechanics and the setting.
Thick As Thieves Will Cost $4.99, Early Access Includes 4 Hour Long Campaign
OtherSide Entertainment's Thick As Thieves will launch into early access on PC on May 20th for $4.99, featuring a four-hour campaign. The game will also be released on Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5 at a later date. This pricing model allows players to experience the game sooner while the developers gather feedback for future content.
Triple-i Initiative Showcase had some really incredible announcements - a roundup
The 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.
A Year Of Unmissable Games At The Triple-i Initiative Showcase - Full Recap Below
The Triple-i Initiative showcase featured announcements for over 40 games, including new reveals, DLC, and release dates. Many of the showcased titles are available as demos or playtests on Steam until April 16. The event highlighted a diverse range of indie games across various genres.
Thick as Thieves® Release Date Announced at the Triple-i Initiative
OtherSide Entertainment and Megabit Publishing announced that the stealth adventure game Thick as Thieves will be released on PC on May 20. The game features a unique 1910s alternative history setting, dynamic heists, and can be played solo or in co-op.
Fresh Look at Hello Sunshine Unveiled at Future Games Show Spring Showcase
Red Thread Games and Megabit Publishing revealed new details for their survival mystery game, Hello Sunshine, during the Future Games Show Spring Showcase. The game focuses on surviving a scorched world by staying out of the sun and managing resources, with players building a relationship with a giant robot companion. Hello Sunshine is available to wishlist on Steam and upcoming playtests can be signed up for on its official website.
Lou’s Lagoon Confirmed For Xbox And PlayStation – A Cozy Seaplane Adventure Awaits
The cozy crafting and exploration adventure game Lou's Lagoon has been confirmed for Xbox and PlayStation consoles, in addition to its previously announced PC and Nintendo Switch releases. The game is set to launch in 2026 and will feature Xbox Play Anywhere support. Players will pilot a seaplane to help islanders rebuild and uncover a personal mystery.
High-Flying Adventure Lou’s Lagoon Touches Down onto PlayStation® and Xbox® Later this Year
Tiny Roar and Megabit Publishing announced that the exploration and crafting adventure game Lou's Lagoon will launch on PlayStation and Xbox in 2026, in addition to the previously confirmed PC and Nintendo Switch versions. A new trailer showcases gameplay features like the Swirler 2000 gadget and the narrative focus on finding the protagonist's Uncle Lou.
