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SAND: Raiders of Sophie ReviewSAND: Raiders of Sophie is an extraction shooter featuring giant mechs called Tramplers, developed by Hologryph and TowerHaus and published by tinyBuild. The game offers a unique take on the genre with its customizable mechs and two modes: Voyage Mode and Storm Dive. While it provides a solid extraction experience with good visuals and sound, it lacks in-depth narrative and crucial features like bosses and events, scoring a 7/10.
Sand publisher celebrates 300,000 copies sold: 'We getting a half hour of air conditioning tonight!'The steampunk-themed desert game Sand: Raiders of Sophie has sold over 300,000 copies since its early access launch. Publisher TinyBuild's CEO Alex Nichiporchik announced the milestone, noting the game's recent success on Steam with over 40,000 concurrent players. An update rolled out on July 2 caused temporary issues but was quickly resolved.
Griffin Gaming Partners invests in TinyBuildVenture capital firm Griffin Gaming Partners has acquired a 3.24% equity stake in the developer and publisher TinyBuild. The investment highlights TinyBuild's focus on building its own intellectual property and sustainable franchises. TinyBuild's share price increased by 5% following the announcement.- Business and FinanceNBCUniversal is reportedly considering entering the video game business following a potential split from Comcast. In separate news, Griffin Gaming Partners has acquired a strategic stake in the video game publisher tinyBuild.
The 10 best games I played during Steam Next Fest: June 2026 editionThis article highlights ten notable games showcased during the June 2026 Steam Next Fest, featuring a diverse range of indie titles. Despite the overwhelming number of demos, the author found several promising games, including Moss: The Forgotten Relic, FISH, and GEPPY-X, maintaining optimism for the future of gaming.
"Can't lose if you never give up": After a last-minute delay and pivot into early access, new extraction shooter grosses $1 million in its first 12 hours as devs battle DDoS attacksThe new extraction shooter Sand: Raiders of Sophie has grossed $1 million in its first 12 hours on Steam after a pivot to early access. Publisher tinyBuild announced the strong financial performance despite ongoing DDoS attacks that have impacted player reviews. Developers Hologryph and TowerHaus are actively working to stabilize the game.
How to change your flare color in Sand Raiders of SophieThis guide explains how to change the flare color in Sand Raiders of Sophie, a valuable communication tool for players. By holding R and using the scroll wheel, players can select from cyan, red, yellow, orange, and dark blue flares, which last for about 45 seconds. Flares are used for signaling and have infinite ammunition.
How to extract in Sand Raiders of SophieThis guide explains how to extract in Sand Raiders of Sophie by using radio towers to call for a dropship. Players must reach a radio tower, activate it, and then wait for a dropship to arrive within a specific time limit to bank their scavenged loot. The process has different mechanics for Voyage and Storm Dive game modes.- Sand: Raiders of Sophie is like Sea of Thieves on land, but even tougher for solo playersSand: Raiders of Sophie, a first-person base-building extraction shooter, has launched into early access on PC. The game draws comparisons to Sea of Thieves but features land-based combat with customizable walking bases called tramplers. While playable solo, the game is described as challenging for single players due to the amount of multitasking required.
- Sand Early AccessHologryph, TowerHaus, and tinyBuild have launched SAND: Raiders of Sophie into Early Access on Steam. This first-person shooter is set in an alternate history and is now available for players to experience.
- SAND: RAIDERS OF SOPHIE, THE DIESELPUNK MECH MULTIPLAYER EXTRACTION FPS, LAUNCHES INTO EARLY ACCESS TODAY ON STEAMSAND: Raiders of Sophie, a dieselpunk multiplayer FPS with mechs, has launched into early access on Steam today, June 22, 2026. Developed by Hologryph and TowerHaus in collaboration with publisher tinyBuild, the game allows players to customize and command mechs, scavenge for loot in a desert world, and battle other players. It is available for $19.74 with a launch discount.
After a delay in 2025 and two delays this year (plus two more short delays this morning) mech fortress-builder Sand has…The mech fortress-builder Sand: Raiders of Sophie has finally launched in early access on Steam after multiple delays. The PvPvE extraction shooter experienced further minor delays on its launch day due to technical issues. The game allows players to build and pilot giant walking mechanical bases in a desert environment.- tinyBuild’s Acclaimed Home Renovation Game Hozy Aims to Keep You Decorating with the Sandbox Update, Out Now on SteamtinyBuild and Come On Studio have released the Sandbox Update for their home renovation game, Hozy. This free update introduces Game Plus and Sandbox Mode, offering players new ways to decorate and personalize spaces. Future content includes free DLC and seasonal updates.
ReStory: Chill Electronics Repairs is a cozy game for retro gaming nerdsReStory: Chill Electronics Repair is a cozy simulation game where players repair retro electronics in a shop set in early 2000s Japan. The game focuses on the tactile process of disassembling, cleaning, and reassembling devices like phones, virtual pets, and game consoles. The demo, available as part of Steam Next Fest, highlights the satisfying loop of repair work and business management, with the full game expected in Summer 2026 for PC.
ReStory Launches This Summer, New Steam Next Fest Demo Available NowtinyBuild and developer Mandragora announced that the electronics repair simulation game ReStory will launch on PC via Steam this summer. A new demo is available now during Steam Next Fest, showcasing the game's Y2K-era Japan setting, repair mechanics, and customization options for nostalgic devices.- tinyBuild’s Chill Y2K Electronics Repair Sim ReStory Launches This Summer, New Steam Next Fest Demo Available NowtinyBuild and Mandragora announced that ReStory, a Y2K-era electronics repair simulator set in Japan, will launch on Steam this summer. A new demo is available now for Steam Next Fest, featuring new gadgets and customization tools. The game allows players to repair nostalgic tech and influence customer storylines.
Co-Op Cooking Horror Happy’s Humble BURGATORY Arrives on Steam Next MonthHappy's Humble BURGATORY, the co-op cooking horror game from Scythe Studios and tinyBuild, is set to launch on PC via Steam on July 16th. The game expands on the universe of Happy's Humble Burger Farm, featuring 1-4 player cooperative gameplay where players must manage a fast-food restaurant while avoiding a monstrous mascot. Unique mechanics include voice chat sensitivity that can alert enemies or alter the environment, and over 35 gameplay modifiers that change each run.
ReStory launches this summerReStory, a simulation game where players run an electronics repair shop in Y2K-era Japan, is set to launch for PC via Steam this summer. A demo is currently available as part of Steam Next Fest, featuring new gadgets like the Atari Lynx and customization tools. The game combines tactile repair mechanics with shop management and a branching narrative influenced by customer stories.- Happy's Humble BURGATORY Announced; Get Happy's Humble Burger Farm for FreeScythe Studios and tinyBuild have announced Happy's Humble BURGATORY, a first-person cooking and horror game set to release on Windows PC via Steam on June 16th. This title serves as the sequel to Happy's Humble Burger Farm, which will be offered for free.
- Happy's Humble BURGATORY Announced; Get Happy's Humble Burger FarmScry Scythe Studios and tinyBuild have announced Happy's Humble BURGATORY, a first-person cooking and horror game set to release on PC via Steam on June 16th. This title serves as the sequel to Happy's Humble Burger Farm.