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A Worldwide Lineup of Indies Comes to BitSummit PUNCH!
Ukiyo Studios is collaborating with various developers and publishers to showcase over 50 indie games at BitSummit PUNCH in Kyoto. The exhibition will feature diverse titles ranging from platformers and racing games to mysteries and horror, with unique interactive experiences like playing Graveyard Keeper 2 inside a coffin and No, I’m not a Human with a real door.
Kill It With Fire 2 launch trailer – squash extra-dimensional spiders on Nintendo Switch
tinyBuild has released a launch trailer for Kill It With Fire 2 on Nintendo Switch. The co-op game allows players to team up to fight extra-dimensional spiders across seven worlds using 45 different weapons. It also features an eight-player PvP mode called Spider Hunt.
KILL IT WITH FIRE! 2 CREEPS ONTO NINTENDO SWITCH TODAY!
KILL IT WITH FIRE! 2, a co-op game developed by Casey Donnellan and published by tinyBuild, is now available on Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The game features a campaign across seven worlds and an eight-player PvP mode called Spider Hunt. It is priced at $9.74 on Switch with a launch discount until May 26.
Free Play Days – Catan and Deadside
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, and Essential members can play Catan Console Edition and Deadside for free from May 7 to May 10. Both games are available on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S, with discounts offered for continued play after the Free Play Days event. Deadside's inclusion features its recent 1.8 update with new content and an overhauled crafting system.
Review – The King Is Watching: Crowns of History DLC (PC)
The Crowns of History DLC for the roguelite kingdom builder The King Is Watching introduces three new rulers: Cleopatra, Tang Taizong, and Xerxes. While Cleopatra and Tang Taizong offer engaging and distinct playstyles, Xerxes's fragile army and limited gaze area make him less enjoyable. Overall, the DLC is considered a worthwhile purchase for the strength of its two main additions.
Drill Core: The Machine World Released
The strategic planet-mining game Drill Core has received new DLC titled The Machine World, released by tinyBuild and Hungry Couch Games. The DLC is available on PC via Steam and includes a 10% launch discount.
On Sale
Several video game sales events are currently active, including the Viet Indie Week and tinyBuild's 15th Anniversary Sale on Steam. Additionally, a Humble Bundle offers Destiny 2 expansions with a pay-what-you-want model for charity, and a Landfall Aggro Crab showcase is also highlighted.
Drill Core Digs Deep Onto Consoles
The strategy roguelike Drill Core has launched on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch, bringing its high-risk mining operations to consoles. The release coincides with 'The Machine World' update, which adds new content like a Tech Biome and enemies, though this DLC is exclusive to PC. The game challenges players to build, drill, and defend against alien threats while managing crew and resources for a profit-driven corporation.
“Drill Core” Extracts Mechanical Parts in “The Machine World” DLC today, Console Versions Out Now
The roguelite mining strategy simulator Drill Core has launched its 'The Machine World DLC' on PC, introducing a new tech biome with robotic enemies and new specialists. Simultaneously, the game has been released on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. The DLC adds new difficulty levels, a Distortion mechanic, and updated factory management features.
Hull Rupture Announcement, Playtest
Konfa Games and tinyBuild have announced Hull Rupture, a new roguelite game that combines base management and tower defense elements. Set aboard a spaceship, the game features retro graphics and will include a playtest.
SpeedRunners 2 King of Speed Release Set for July 2026
Fair Play Labs and tinyBuild have announced that SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed will be released in July 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The sequel aims to retain the core feel of the original while introducing improved netcode and new gameplay mechanics.
Humans Are Just Another Resource in Hull Rupture, tinyBuild’s New Base Management/Tower Defense Roguelite
Konfa Games and tinyBuild have announced Hull Rupture, a new base management and tower defense roguelite where players use humans as a resource to defend their spaceship from alien assaults. The game is currently in its first Steam playtest. Nikolay Kuznetsov, Game Director at Konfa Games, stated that Hull Rupture represents a significant step up in ambition and depth for the studio.
TINYBUILD’S CHAOTIC PARTY-RACER SPEEDRUNNERS 2: KING OF SPEED LAUNCHES THIS JULY ON PC & CONSOLES
tinyBuild and Fair Play Labs announced that SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed will launch in July on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. The game will also be available on Day One with Xbox Game Pass for PC and consoles. This sequel to the 2013 indie hit features up to eight-player online and local races with new mechanics and vibrant graphics.
Drill Core coming to PS5, Xbox Series, and Switch on April 28 alongside DLC ‘The Machine World’
The strategic mining game Drill Core is set to release on April 28 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and Nintendo Switch. Publisher tinyBuild and developer Hungry Couch also announced that a DLC expansion titled ‘The Machine World’ will launch simultaneously.
“Drill Core” Excavates New Layers in The Machine World DLC on April 28, Console Versions Arrive Same Day
The roguelite mining strategy simulator Drill Core will receive its 'The Machine World DLC' on PC on April 28, 2026. The DLC will also launch on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series X|S the same day. The Machine World DLC introduces a new Tech Biome with new enemies, bosses, and mechanical parts, alongside new specialists, permanent upgrades, and difficulty levels.
Hello Neighbor 3 Drops Pre-Alpha on Steam as Original Creator Returns to Raven Brooks
Hello Neighbor 3 has launched its pre-alpha on Steam, marking the return of original creator Nikita Kolesnikov to the franchise. Eerie Guest Studios and tinyBuild released the early build without fanfare, offering players a glimpse into the core narrative and gameplay loop of the psychological horror title. The game aims to be an accessible entry point for newcomers while retaining the series' signature suburban dread and stealth mechanics.
Hello Neighbor 3 Pre-Alpha Now Live on Steam | Invision Game Community
tinyBuild has released the Pre-Alpha build for Hello Neighbor 3 on Steam, developed by Eerie Guest Studios and series creator Nikita Kolesnikov. This early access version allows players to experience the core narrative and gameplay systems of the stealth horror title, set in the town of Raven Brooks. The game introduces new features like an objective system and loop-based progression, aiming to be accessible for newcomers while offering depth for long-time fans.
Hello Neighbor 3 Enters Pre-Alpha on Steam Today
Hello Neighbor 3 has launched its Pre-Alpha version on Steam, developed by Eerie Guest Studios and Nikita Kolesnikov, and published by tinyBuild. This early access version introduces a new protagonist, expanded locations in Raven Brooks, overhauled character behavior, and a loop-based progression system. The game requires no prior knowledge of the series and focuses on a corporate mission that quickly turns unsettling.
A 100% discount on Steam is way better than a regular giveaway, indie boss says after Graveyard Keeper ploy pays off: "It’s why the original game spiked so fast and so hard"
tinyBuild, the publisher of Graveyard Keeper, highlights the success of making the original game free on Steam as a marketing strategy that significantly boosted wishlists for the upcoming Graveyard Keeper 2. This approach led to over $250,000 in DLC sales for the original title.
DevGAMM Returns with Madeira Games Summit in May: An Exclusive Executive Event for Global Games Industry Leaders
DevGAMM will host the second Madeira Games Summit on May 7-8, 2026, in Funchal, Madeira. This exclusive event is designed for C-level executives in the global games industry, focusing on networking and showcasing Portuguese development studios. The summit aims to connect US and European leaders in a relaxed, high-value setting, featuring speakers from companies like Bethesda Game Studios and Epic Games.