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Cyberpunk trading sim Probably Stolen is about running a kiosk in a space station full of gangs, megacorps, and secret rogue cyborgs
Probably Stolen is a cyberpunk trading simulation where players manage a kiosk on a space station populated by gangs and megacorporations. The game involves buying and selling goods, identifying criminals, managing faction relations, and scavenging for stock, with various trade paths offering different risks and rewards. While the core gameplay loop is described as similar to Papers, Please, it introduces more complex economic and risk-management elements.
It gives me great nerdly joy that the Next Fest demo on Steam's 100 most-played games list is a shopkeeping sim
The shopkeeping simulation game Probably Stolen is performing exceptionally well during Steam Next Fest, charting in the top 100 most-played games with over 34,000 concurrent players. The demo offers a glimpse into managing a grimy space station shop, scavenging, crafting, and making moral choices, with the full game set to launch on October 28.
TinyBuild revenue rises 18% to $20m during H1 2026, with 85% coming from first and second-party owned IP
TinyBuild reported an 18% increase in revenue to $20 million for the first half of 2026, with 85% of that coming from first and second-party owned intellectual property. While gross profit and adjusted EBITDA saw declines due to increased royalty payments and marketing spend, the company remains confident in its pipeline of upcoming games and its strategy of IP ownership and franchise expansion.
Graveyard Keeper 2 launch trailer – cemetery management sequel released on Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
Graveyard Keeper 2, the sequel to the medieval cemetery simulator, has launched with a new trailer. The game is available on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, featuring expanded mechanics for managing a graveyard, crafting, and automating tasks with undead minions. The first game in the series achieved over ten million players.
Before I starting making church candles from dead bodies, vs after
Graveyard Keeper 2, a cozy life simulator with a dark twist, has been released. The game features extensive crafting, farming, and questing mechanics, similar to its predecessor, but also allows players to utilize human corpses for profit, such as crafting candles from fat. The game is available on PC for $25.
Raise The Dead – And The Profits – In Graveyard Keeper 2
Graveyard Keeper 2 has launched for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and PC, priced at £20.99. Developed by Lazy Bear Games and published by tinyBuild, the sequel expands on the original's management simulation formula with new features like zombie automation, town rebuilding, and undead warfare.
Graveyard Keeper 2 PS5 review - Stardew Valley with zombies
Graveyard Keeper 2 offers a complex and charming take on the cosy game genre, blending village life simulation with zombie-themed business management. Despite its engaging pixel art and extensive crafting systems, the game's poorly explained mechanics and lack of pressure prevent it from feeling as compelling as its peers, ultimately making it less than the sum of its parts.
With $3 million in Steam pre-orders, publisher says its horror-themed Stardew Valley-like "might be massive"
Publisher tinyBuild anticipates a massive launch for Graveyard Keeper 2, a horror-themed simulation game, with pre-orders on Steam grossing nearly $3 million. The sequel to the 2018 hit Graveyard Keeper has garnered over 1 million wishlists and a successful demo, with progress transferring to the full game launching September 22.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for September 21 to 25
This weekly feature highlights new games coming to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass between September 21 and 25. The list includes titles such as CONTROL, Dune: Awakening, EA SPORTS FC 27, and many more, with details on platforms and release dates.
Kingmakers Leads tinyBuild’s 2026 Showcase With 16 Games
tinyBuild's Connect 2026 showcase revealed updates and announcements for 16 games, including a deep dive into Kingmakers. The event also featured new titles like The Crab is Walking and Road to Jukai, confirmed release dates for several games, and detailed console ports and live-service updates for existing titles.
PlayStation Store Surprise Drops PS5 Action Game for Dino Crisis Fans
The PlayStation Store has released Ferocious, a new dinosaur-themed first-person shooter that may appeal to fans of Dino Crisis. Developed by OMYOG and published by tinyBuild, the game is available on PlayStation 5 for under $20 with a launch discount for PS Plus members. While it received mixed reviews on PC, early PS Store user feedback has been very positive.
The King Is Watching devs are making The Crab is Walking, this journalist is writing
Hypnohead, the developers behind The King Is Watching, have announced their new game, The Crab Is Walking. This title is a roguelite city-builder where players arrange city districts on the back of a giant crab and send out armies to fight insects. The developers stated that The Crab Is Walking allows them to attempt things not possible in their previous game, with improved pixel art, animations, and unit behavior. Playtests are scheduled to begin in 2027.
FEROCIOUS Shadow Drops Onto Xbox And PlayStation
The survival action game FEROCIOUS has unexpectedly launched on Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5, offering players a challenging experience on a mysterious island populated by dinosaurs, mercenaries, and mechas. Developed by OMYOG and published by tinyBuild, the game is available for £20.99 and includes Xbox Play Anywhere support.
Graveyard Keeper 2 receives Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch demo today, new trailer
tinyBuild and Lazy Bear Games have released a demo for Graveyard Keeper 2 on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch today, with all progress carrying over to the full game. A new trailer was also released, showcasing gameplay that includes managing a medieval graveyard, automating production, and leading an undead army into battle.
Home renovation game Hozy coming to Nintendo Switch
The home renovation game Hozy is coming to Nintendo Switch later this year, as announced by tinyBuild and Come On Studio. Described as a calm and cozy experience with no timers or pressure, Hozy allows players to clean, paint, and restore unique locations, each with its own narrative. An upcoming "Hideaways" update will add three new levels.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for September 14 to 18
Microsoft has announced a slate of new games coming to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass between September 14 and 18. Titles include TCG Card Shop Simulator, RuneScape: Dragonwilds, Aniimo, Train Sim World 7, and Dune: Awakening, among many others across various genres.
Beloved PS4 Action Game’s PS5 Sequel Jumps Onto PS Store Today
SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed, the sequel to the beloved 2010 indie action-platformer, has launched on PlayStation 5 for $14.99, with a 20% discount for PlayStation Plus Premium subscribers. The game is also available on Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC, with a lower price point of $9.99 on Steam. It features enhanced multiplayer modes for up to eight players, a single-player campaign, and new power-ups.
Indie Selects for September 2026: Genre Mashups & Fresh Takes
Microsoft's Indie Select Hub for September 2026 highlights six diverse indie titles across various genres, including superhero management, isekai truck driving, retro FPS horror, 3D platforming, real-time strategy, and historical multiplayer shooters. The curated collection aims to offer fresh takes on familiar genres with unique mechanics and perspectives.
Hello Neighbor's multiplayer spinoff has been 'temporarily shut down' after a hacker wiped player progression and demanded the game's 'removal from sale across all platforms'
Secret Neighbor, the multiplayer spinoff of Hello Neighbor, has been temporarily shut down due to a hacker who gained backend access, deleted player progression, and demanded the game's removal from sale. Developers Hologryph and publisher tinyBuild are working with authorities and backend service provider PlayFab to address the breach and attempt data recovery, though no timeframe for resolution has been given. The companies confirmed no personal player data was compromised.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for August 31 to September 4
This weekly feature highlights new games launching on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC between August 31 and September 4. The list includes titles like The Blood of Dawnwalker, Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game, NBA 2K27, and many more, with several also available on Game Pass.
