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Celebrate the best in tactical games with TactiCon 2026TactiCon 2026, a digital event focused on tactical and strategy games, is currently underway on Steam until July 13. The event features discounts of up to 94% on numerous titles, demos, and new reveals from publishers like Hooded Horse and Firesquid. Notable games highlighted include Vultures Scavengers of Death, Prelude Dark Pain, C-Beams, Rogue Carrier, Northgard Battlegrounds, and Rami Ismail's new game, Australia Did It.
Northgard Battlegrounds gets an Open Beta on Steam, starting July 9thNorthgard Battlegrounds, a new city-building auto-battler set in the Northgard universe, will launch an Open Beta on Steam from July 9th to July 15th. Developed by Funday Games and published by Shiro Unlimited, the game blends settlement management with automated tactical combat and features asynchronous PvP. The full Early Access release is planned for PC later in 2026.
Pierwsza otwarta beta Northgard Battlegrounds rozpocznie się 9 lipcaAn open beta for Northgard Battlegrounds, an auto-battler with settlement building elements set in the Northgard universe, will run from July 9 to July 15 as part of Steam Tacticon. Developed by Funday Games and published by Shiro Unlimited, the game will enter Early Access on PC via Steam in 2026.- Northgard Battlegrounds Sounds the Horns of War with First Open Beta, Arriving July 9Northgard Battlegrounds, a new auto-battler strategy game from Shiro Games and Funday Games, will hold its first open beta on Steam from July 9 to July 15. The game blends Northgard's settlement-building with tactical auto-battler combat, featuring distinct Viking clans and asynchronous PvP. It is set to launch in Early Access on PC via Steam in 2026.
SpaceCraft Releases Highly Anticipated Offline Solo ModeShiro Games has released a highly anticipated offline solo mode for their space sandbox game, SpaceCraft, now available on PC via Steam Early Access. This update allows players to experience the game's exploration, industry, and automation features at their own pace without online systems. CEO Nicolas Cannasse expressed pride in implementing this community-requested feature less than a month after the Early Access launch.- SpaceCraft Launches into Early Access on SteamShiro Games has launched its multiplayer space sandbox game, SpaceCraft, into Early Access on Steam for PC. The game allows players to build an interplanetary corporation by exploring star systems, piloting modular starships, and managing industrial automation and logistics. Nicolas Cannasse, CEO of Shiro Games, described it as their most ambitious project to date.
- The Saturated Horizon of Next-Generation Game Environments - Walkthrough, Tips, ReviewThe article analyzes the challenges of player retention in increasingly dense and visually impressive game environments, using upcoming titles like Grand Theft Auto VI and The Blood of Dawnwalker as examples. It argues that sustainable player engagement relies more on robust internal reward systems and mathematical progression loops than on sheer scale or visual fidelity alone. Developers must engineer moment-to-moment gameplay that consistently rewards player curiosity and investment to maintain long-term communities.
- Northgard Battlegrounds AnnouncedFunday Games and Shiro Unlimited have announced Northgard Battlegrounds, a new auto-battler set in the Viking world of Northgard. The game is scheduled for release on Windows later this year.
- Frostrail, Brutal Co-op Survival FPS, Debuts Playtest on SteamFrostrail, a co-op survival FPS developed by FakeFish and published by Shiro Unlimited, has launched its first public playtest on Steam. Players can experience the brutal winter survival gameplay, including operating a steam-powered train, scavenging for resources, and engaging in combat against Revenants. The game is set to launch in Early Access later in 2026.
- Shiro Games and Funday Games Announce Northgard BattlegroundsShiro Unlimited and Funday Games have announced Northgard Battlegrounds, a city-building auto-battler set in the Northgard universe. The game combines auto-battler mechanics with base-building systems and is scheduled for a PC release via Steam in Early Access in 2026. Nicolas Cannasse, co-founder of Shiro Games, highlighted the game's fast-paced nature and strategic decision-making.
- Northgard Battlegrounds announced for PCShiro Unlimited and Funday Games have announced Northgard Battlegrounds, a new battle royale game set in the Northgard universe. The game is currently in development for PC.
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.- Frostrail Playtest Next WeekShiro Unlimited and FakeFish have announced that a playtest for their co-op survival first-person shooter, Frostrail, will commence on April 16th. Players interested in participating can sign up for the playtest on Steam.
- UnderMine 2 Duskfall Update Launching May 1The UnderMine 2 Duskfall Update, version 0.7, is set to launch on May 1, introducing the Duskfall location, Thimble Ticket market, a new "The Grim Crucible" difficulty, and a boss fight against Bul & Gogi. Several other games are also featured with upcoming releases and playtests, including Obey the Insect God, Shift at Midnight, Philosophie du Soi, SpaceCraft, and Frostrail.
- Avant-Garde Jazz Project PAON’s Philosophie du Soi EP Launching April 19Avant-garde jazz project PAON, featuring vocalist Pernelle and producer Lemm, will release their debut EP "Philosophie du Soi" on April 19 via Scarlet Moon Records. The EP blends jazz, experimental music, and cinematic storytelling, drawing inspiration from theater, video games, and soundtracks like FINAL FANTASY XIII-2. The article also briefly mentions upcoming releases and updates for SpaceCraft, Frostrail, Town of Zoz, Asterfel, OneState, and Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel.
- A Year Of Unmissable Games At The Triple-i Initiative Showcase - Full Recap BelowThe 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.
- Brutal Co-Op Survival FPS Frostrail Steam Playtest Beginning April 16FakeFish and Shiro Unlimited's co-op survival FPS Frostrail will have a Steam Playtest from April 16th to April 27th. Players will explore a frozen wasteland, craft weapons, and engage in intense combat from their train base. Lead Designer Ez Jämsen highlighted the game's tense survival loop and hostile world.
Frostrail, le FPS de survie en coop des développeurs de Barotrauma, lance son playtest le 16 avrilFrostrail, a co-op survival FPS from FakeFish, the developers of Barotrauma, has announced its upcoming playtest on Steam starting April 16th. Players can register now for the brutal co-op experience set in a frozen world where trains are the last hope for survival. The game will feature intense combat against corrupted Revenants and resource management to maintain the moving train.- SpaceCraft, Multiplayer-Weltraum-Sandbox, startet am 20. Mai 2026 im Early AccessShiro Games announced that its multiplayer space sandbox game, SpaceCraft, will launch into Early Access on May 20, 2026, for PC via Steam. Players will explore a vast universe, mine resources, build industrial operations, and form corporations. Nicolas Cannasse, CEO of Shiro Games, stated that the game provides players with the tools to shape a player-driven universe.
- Frostrail playtest begins April 16Shiro Unlimited and FakeFish have announced that a playtest for their cooperative survival first-person shooter, Frostrail, will begin on April 16. Further details about the playtest are expected soon.