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Steam Tests Achievement Sets for Separate Base-Game and DLC Progress
Valve is testing a new beta feature on Steam called Achievement Sets, which allows developers to group achievements into separate collections for base games and DLC. This system will also allow for archived achievements and a revised tracking page, with 17 games already supporting the feature.
Steam's Achievement Sets beta aims to stop new content breaking your completion status
Valve is beta testing Steam Achievement Sets, a new feature designed to prevent new content from breaking players' completion status. Developers can group achievements into sets, ensuring that progress is preserved even when new achievements are added later. This update also includes an improved achievements page with new filtering and comparison options.
Valve has just upgraded Steam Achievements, and you can try it out now
Valve has updated Steam Achievements with a new system called Achievement Sets, designed to better reflect the lifespan of modern games and allow for segmentation of achievements by game mode or DLC. The update also introduces time-limited Seasonal Achievements and ensures that archived achievements do not negatively impact a player's overall completion status. These changes are now available for testing in the Steam client beta.
Steam is swapping its curated discounts section for a more personal touch, and it could be "a big win" for indies
Steam is replacing its curated discount sections with a more personalized, algorithm-driven system in early 2027. This change is expected to significantly improve game discovery for players and provide greater visibility for developers, particularly for indie titles. The CEO of Hooded Horse believes this shift is a major benefit for both consumers and creators.
Against the Storm Free Weekend
Eremite Games and Hooded Horse are offering a free weekend for the fantasy city-builder Against the Storm on Steam. Players can try the game for free until Monday.
Evening Patches
Two games have received significant updates. Against the Storm has released its Over-Haulers Update (1.10), while Tempest Rising has launched its Map Editor Update.
Against The Storm enjoys free weekend on Steam
Against The Storm, the roguelite city builder from Eremite Games and published by Hooded Horse, is available for free on Steam until July 13. The game recently received an update with new content, balancing, and quality-of-life improvements. It is also available on PC via GOG, Epic Games Store, Microsoft Store, and Game Pass, as well as on PlayStation and Xbox consoles and Nintendo Switch.
One of the top-rated city builders on Steam is getting a survival game sequel set in the same world: "Keeping this…
Eremite Games has announced a sequel to their acclaimed city builder Against the Storm, which will be a survival game set in the same universe. The small indie studio emphasized that the project is in its earliest stages and subject to significant changes. The developers also confirmed that Against the Storm will continue to receive updates.
'There’s something we’ve been dying to tell you': The best city builder of 2023 is getting a…
Eremite Games, the developer of the 2023 city builder Against the Storm, has announced a new survival game set in the same universe. The studio shared a brief in-engine clip suggesting potential co-op gameplay, though emphasized the project is in its very early stages and subject to change. The team also confirmed they are not currently working on a direct sequel to Against the Storm.
"Keeping this under wraps has been torture": Against the Storm 2 could happen, but first, Eremite are making a survival game set in the city-builder's festering world
Eremite Games, the developers of the roguelite city-builder Against The Storm, have announced a new survival game set in the same universe. The project is in its earliest stages, with the team experimenting with survival mechanics and co-op multiplayer. While a sequel to Against The Storm is still a possibility, the studio is currently focused on exploring new facets of the game's world through this survival genre experiment.
Hooded Horse brings world-class strategy and tactics games to the 2026 Steam Summer Sale!
Hooded Horse is participating in the Steam Summer Sale, offering discounts of up to 80% on its portfolio of strategy and tactical games. The publisher also highlighted recent releases and milestones for titles like Xenonauts 2, Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era, and 9 Kings. Upcoming plans include the release of Fogpiercer and Sandustry, and a new game announcement at TactiCon.
Game Pass Adds More Day One Indies As Big RPGs Prepare To Leave
Xbox Game Pass is adding several new indie titles this week, including Echo Generation 2, Crashout Crew, and Kabuto Park, all launching day one on the service. The Outer Worlds: Spacer's Choice Edition is also joining, while games like Against the Storm and Persona 4 Golden are set to leave on May 31st. The additions span various genres across cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Portside Game Assembly Sets Sail Again on June 26: Conference Program for Indie Game Studios Announced
The Portside Game Assembly, an expert conference for indie game studios, will hold its second edition on June 25-26 in Hamburg. The event will feature talks from developers like Rebecca Lautner and Mark Cooke on topics such as game development, sequels, and community engagement. The B2B conference aims to foster exchange among studio heads and founders through short talks and roundtables, with participation from over 60 studios worldwide.
Xbox Game Pass May 2026 Wave 2 Adds Forza Horizon 6, Final Fantasy VI, and More
Microsoft has announced the second wave of games coming to Xbox Game Pass in May 2026, including Forza Horizon 6, Remnant II, and Final Fantasy VI. Several titles will also be leaving the service on May 31, 2026, with a discount for Game Pass subscribers.
Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Forza Horizon 6, Escape Simulator, Jurassic World Evolution 3, and More
Xbox Game Pass is adding several new titles throughout May and early June, including Forza Horizon 6, Escape Simulator, and Jurassic World Evolution 3. The service will also see the day-one release of Luna Abyss, Echo Generation 2, Crashout Crew, and Kabuto Park. Several games are also scheduled to leave the Game Pass library on May 31.
Remnant 2, The Outer Worlds: Space’s Choice Edition, and More Coming to Game Pass
Microsoft is adding several new games to Game Pass throughout May, including Remnant 2, The Outer Worlds: Spacer's Choice Edition, and Luna Abyss. Players can also look forward to Forza Horizon 6's full release and the debut of Echo Generation 2. Several titles will be leaving the service on May 31st.
KingFish Is an Upcoming Asymmetric Co-Op Game where Against the Storm Meets Thronefall
KingFish is an upcoming 2-player asymmetric co-op game where one player controls a King in third-person action and tower defense, while the other controls a giant Fish acting as a living island with roguelite citybuilder mechanics. Developed and published by Firevolt, the game emphasizes constant communication due to differing perspectives and incomplete information. KingFish is planned for a 2027 release on PC and consoles.
Set sail for pirate-themed city-builder Corsair Cove
Hooded Horse and Limbic Entertainment have announced Corsair Cove, an upcoming pirate-themed city-builder. Players will manage complex production chains, build a pirate fortress on limited space, and equip ships to explore and defend against the Crown. The game is set to release on PC on April 17, 2026, and will be available on PC Game Pass day one.
So Videogames Episode 481: Patchwork
This episode of the So Videogames Podcast, hosted by Brad, covers several games including Sumerian Six, Collector's Cove, Trash Goblin, Thomas & Friends: Wonders of Sodor, Devil Jam, and Against the Storm. Listeners are encouraged to send feedback and questions via email or the comments section.
Nova Roma Early Access Preview - Rome wasn't launched into 1.0
Nova Roma, a city builder developed by Lion Shield and published by Hooded Horse, has launched into Early Access. The game allows players to oversee settlers establishing a new civilization inspired by the Roman Empire, focusing on building classic Roman structures, managing supply chains, and appeasing gods. Despite being in Early Access, the game presents a strong foundation with intuitive gameplay and a visually distinct art style, though some systems like the gods and combat feel underdeveloped.
