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Slap Out of It! operates on the 'Rule of Dumb' when it comes to comedy & puzzlesTurbo Button's upcoming comedy puzzle game, Slap Out of It!, is inspired by the 'Rule of Dumb,' focusing on silly and humorous interactions. Co-Director Nic Vasconcellos explained that the team prioritizes creating funny moments through timing and pacing, drawing inspiration from games like Untitled Goose Game and Thank Goodness You're Here. While it's one of Turbo Button's first non-VR titles, it incorporates design elements from their previous VR work.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 3: Steam Summer Sale continuesThe Steam Summer Sale and other PC gaming storefronts are offering numerous deals on a wide variety of titles. This includes discounts on major releases, indie games, and bundles across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and Humble Bundle. Several retailers are participating, with prices and availability varying.
Our fave Nintendo 64 memories! Pure Nintendo Podcast E168The Pure Nintendo Podcast hosts Jemma, Trev, and Kirk reminisce about their favorite memories of the Nintendo 64 in celebration of its 30th anniversary. The episode also touches on the anniversary of Sonic the Hedgehog, discusses new demos available on the Nintendo Switch, and covers various games the hosts have been playing, including Dave the Diver and Untitled Goose Game.
Bad Magpie Hands-on Preview - Naughty birdBad Magpie is an upcoming adventure game from UK studio Milktooth where players control a magpie causing chaos to collect shiny trinkets. A 30-minute preview at Summer Game Fest showcased the game's playful mechanics, including setting flowers on fire and solving environmental puzzles. Bad Magpie is set to release on PC and Xbox Series X|S in 2027.
Weekend Console Download Deals for June 12: PlayStation Mid-Year DealsPlayStation is offering mid-year deals on titles like ARC Raiders and Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection, with additional free games for PlayStation Plus members. Xbox features Capcom publisher sales, including Resident Evil 4 Gold Edition, while the Nintendo eShop also has Capcom discounts. Various other publishers like Atari and RGG Studio also have sales across platforms.
Nintendo Direct June 2026: Every Announcement, Game Reveal & TrailerNintendo showcased a packed Nintendo Direct presentation featuring numerous game announcements and trailers for the Nintendo Switch 2. Highlights included new titles like Rhythm Heaven Groove, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, Stellar Blade, and Xenoblade Genesis, alongside updates and expansions for existing franchises such as Dragon's Dogma 2, Pokémon Pokopia, and Final Fantasy XIV Online.
Big Walk was born during a COVID lockdown out of a distaste for birthday party Zoom callsHouse House's multiplayer puzzle game Big Walk is set to release on August 4th. The game was conceived during COVID-19 lockdowns, with developers aiming to create a space for friends to connect, inspired by the limitations of virtual birthday parties. Proximity voice chat was an early focus to facilitate this social experience.
Big Walk's creators reflect on their six-year journeyHouse House developers Nico Disseldorp and Stuart Gillespie-Cook reflect on the six-year development of their upcoming co-op exploration game, Big Walk. Inspired by COVID lockdowns, the game emphasizes social interaction through proximity chat and will launch on August 4, 2026, for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, PC, and Mac. The team discusses their decision against using Early Access to maintain their creative process and how the game's unique mechanics, like muffled voice chat for puzzles, are difficult to describe but core to its appeal.
First PS Plus Essential Game for August 2026 AnnouncedSony has announced that Big Walk will be the first PlayStation Plus Essential game for August 2026, launching on August 4th. This cooperative online game from the creators of Untitled Goose Game will be a day one release on PlayStation 5 as part of the Essential Tier.
Be a cheeky bird thief in Bad MagpieBad Magpie, an open-world adventure game from UK studio Milktooth, is set to release on Xbox Series X|S and PC in 2027, launching day one on Game Pass. Players control a magpie with a single wing who collects trinkets to gain the affection of a fallen star. The studio was founded by Catherine Unger, Daisy Fernandez, and George Batchelor.
Everything Announced at Summer Game Fest 2026Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased a multitude of game announcements, including Resident Evil: Veronica Remake, Alien Isolation 2, and a new Cuphead game. Fumito Ueda's GenAtlas, a new Mortal Shell sequel, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin were also revealed. The event also featured updates and release dates for titles like Stranger Than Heaven, Palworld, and Final Fantasy VII Revelation, with a surprise appearance by Tifa in Street Fighter 6.
Switch spring 2026 sale includes Silksong and more favoritesNintendo is holding an Indie Sale offering discounts on numerous titles for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Notable games on sale include Hollow Knight: Silksong, Hollow Knight, UFO 50, Untitled Goose Game, Cuphead, Disco Elysium: The Final Cut, Balatro, Slay the Spire, and No Man's Sky. The sale runs until June 7.- IGEA Announces the 2026 AGDAsThe Australian Game Developer Awards (AGDAs) will return in 2026, celebrating the Australian games industry with nominations now open until June 7. The ceremony will be held on October 7 at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre as part of Melbourne International Games Week, recognizing outstanding games, studios, and individuals.
Nintendo Switch eShop deals – lowest prices ever for Plucky Squire, Team Sonic Racing, TMNT: Splintered Fate, moreThe North American Nintendo Switch eShop is featuring new deals, including the lowest prices ever for games like Plucky Squire, Team Sonic Racing, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate. The article lists a comprehensive selection of discounted titles available for purchase.
Nintendo Switch eShop deals – lowest prices ever for Enter and Exit the Gungeon, Untitled Goose Game, moreThe North American Nintendo Switch eShop is featuring new deals, including the lowest prices ever for games like Enter the Gungeon, Exit the Gungeon, and Untitled Goose Game. The sale includes a wide variety of titles, with discounts on many popular and indie games.
The rise, fall, and resurgence of Australian game developmentThe Australian game development industry has experienced a significant resurgence, transitioning from major studio closures after the 2008 financial crisis to a thriving indie scene supported by government tax incentives and funding. Despite challenges like a smaller talent pool, government initiatives like the Digital Games Tax Offset have made Australia an attractive investment destination, fostering growth for both indie and larger studios.
I was the untitled goose in Big Walk, the balmy new open world co-op puzzler from House HouseBig Walk is a new open-world co-op puzzler from House House where players control bird-like characters in a park setting, completing puzzles and interacting with each other. The game emphasizes gentle gameplay and social interaction, drawing comparisons to House House's previous hit, Untitled Goose Game, but with a focus on collaboration rather than mischief.- ‘Rise Eterna War’, ‘As Per My Last Email’, Plus Today’s Other Releases and Sales – TouchArcadeThe Nintendo Switch sees a slow week for new releases on August 22nd, 2024, with titles like Rise Eterna War and Verne – The Shape of Fantasy among the few notable additions. However, the eShop features a healthy selection of sales, including discounts on popular indie titles such as 1000xRESIST and Citizen Sleeper.
- Reviews Featuring ‘Ace Attorney Investigations Collection’, Plus New Releases and Sales – TouchArcadeThis article reviews several new and re-released games for the Nintendo Switch, including Ace Attorney Investigations Collection, Gimmick! 2, Valfaris: Mecha Therion, and Umamusume: Pretty Derby - Party Dash. It also highlights new releases like Cyborg Force and Mining Mechs, and lists various ongoing and ending sales on the eShop.
New Australian gaming print magazine CONTINUE announced, Kickstarter live nowA new Australian print magazine named CONTINUE, founded by journalists Mark Serrels and Jackson Ryan, has launched a Kickstarter campaign. The magazine aims to explore and celebrate video games and their cultural impact, addressing concerns about the decline of game writing and the rise of AI-generated content. The project emphasizes preservation and features Australian games and developers, with its first issue cover art referencing titles like Hollow Knight: Silksong and Untitled Goose Game.