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Coming Out in gaming this week — May 18, 2026
This week's gaming releases include a variety of genres across multiple platforms. New titles launching on May 18, 2026, include the casual simulation Thrifty Business and the strategy game Corsairs – Battle of the Caribbean. Other notable releases include Forza Horizon 6, Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core (Early Access), and Thick as Thieves, with many more games launching throughout the week.
Monthly Video Game Releases: May 1st to 29th | Console Creatures
Console Creatures provides a comprehensive list of video game releases scheduled for May 2026 across PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and other platforms. The article details full game launches, DLC, expansions, demos, and early access titles, along with a preview of June 2026 releases.
Moses & Plato - Last Train to Clawville Is Out Now on PC!
Toge Productions and The Wild Gentlemen have released Moses & Plato - Last Train to Clawville on PC via Steam and GOG. This visual novel adventure puts players in the roles of Moses and Plato, a detective duo tasked with solving a murder aboard the luxurious Clawville Express while protecting an ambassador on a peace mission. The game features detective work, suspect interrogation, and exploration with limited action points.
High Times Interview at PAX East 2026
Yang Yang Entertainment's Lead Designer Carlos Valdez discusses their visual novel High Times, which features a donut-making simulation and characters inspired by modern archetypes and ex-partners. The game is set to release on PC via Steam and Nintendo Switch in Spring. Valdez also revealed their next project, Spirit Rancher, a farming sim where players farm spirits, and expressed interest in creating JRPGs in the vein of Persona.
High Times is a Coffee Talk-like dating sim
High Times is a new visual novel-style dating simulator where players serve donuts that influence customer moods. The game draws comparisons to the popular title Coffee Talk.
Coffee-Brewing Visual Novel Coffee Talk: Episode 1 Is Now Out on Android!
The coffee-brewing visual novel Coffee Talk: Episode 1, originally released in 2020, is now available on Android devices. Developed by Toge Productions, the game features a unique blend of 90s anime aesthetics, pixel art, and a lo-fi soundtrack, set in an alternative Seattle where humans coexist with fantasy races. Players take on the role of a barista serving patrons and listening to their stories, with gameplay involving dialogue and a drink-making minigame. The mobile version is free to try with a one-time purchase for the full game.
Coffee Talk Episode 1 is now available on mobile
The narrative game Coffee Talk Episode 1 is now available on iOS and Android mobile devices. This version brings the original experience of serving warm drinks and listening to stories from an alternative Seattle to handhelds. Players can try the first in-game day for free, with the full game available for $9.99 via in-app purchase.
The Best Switch Visual Novels and Adventure Games in 2024 – From Fata Morgana and VA-11 Hall-A to Famicom Detective Club and Gnosia – TouchArcade
This guide highlights the best visual novels and adventure games available on the Nintendo Switch in 2024, featuring titles like Famicom Detective Club, VA-11 Hall-A, The House in Fata Morgana, and 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim. The list includes a variety of games across different genres and release years, emphasizing strong storytelling and unique experiences perfect for the handheld platform.
Moses & Plato - Last Train to Clawville Arrives on April 14
Toge Productions and The Wild Gentlemen announced that Moses & Plato - Last Train to Clawville will launch on April 14, 2026, for PC via Steam and GOG. This detective visual novel places players in the role of a detective and suspect aboard a luxury train where an ambassador is murdered, leading to political intrigue and a complex investigation.
Best Cozy Games To Cuddle Up With In 2026
This guide highlights the best cozy games available in 2026, focusing on titles that offer comfort and escapism through farming, creativity, and social simulation. The list includes popular games like Animal Crossing: New Horizons and Stardew Valley, alongside indie gems such as Thrifty Business and Tiny Bookshop, catering to various preferences within the cozy genre.