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"Low-effort slop": The creators of the Godot engine behind Slay the Spire 2 are cracking down on "vibe-coding" and now require genAI disclosuresThe Godot Foundation, the developers behind the open-source game engine used in titles like Slay the Spire 2 and Buckshot Roulette, are implementing stricter policies regarding generative AI usage. Citing a rise in "low-effort slop" and a strain on maintainers, the foundation will now require contributors to disclose any AI assistance and prohibits the use of AI for generating substantial code. This move contrasts with Epic Games' approach to Unreal Engine 6, which embraces AI integration.
I picked out 31 must-play games going for $5 or less in the Steam Summer SaleThis article highlights 31 must-play games available for $5 or less during the Steam Summer Sale. The curated list includes a variety of genres such as RPGs and first-person shooters, with many titles developed by well-known studios like Larian and BioWare.
"God is dead, and Heaven has gone corporate" in Grindset T.V., an overstimulating speedrunning game by way of Cruelty SquadGrindset T.V. is an upcoming open-world speedrunning first-person platformer described as an "overstimulating" experience for "freaks." Players will navigate a corporate-dominated afterlife, delivering packages as a gig worker hivemind. The game is designed for both speedrunners and those interested in exploring its unique world, and is available to wishlist on Steam.
Five new Steam games you probably missed (March 16, 2026)This article highlights five new games released on Steam between March 10 and March 13, 2026. The featured titles include 'Mama's Sleeping Angels,' a Lethal Company-like experience, the procedurally generated 'Lucid Blocks,' the decision-based 'The State of Nowhere,' and two old-school dungeon crawlers, 'Thysiastery' and 'Pluto,' which is also a roguelike deckbuilder.