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Indie Selects for August 2026: Adventure is Calling This Summer
Microsoft's ID@Xbox team has highlighted six indie games available in August, including "Deer & Boy," "Hell Clock," "D-topia," "Cozy Grove: Camp Spirit," "Backrooms: Escape Together," and "Moss: The Forgotten Relic." These titles span various genres from narrative adventures and roguelites to puzzle games and co-op horror, offering diverse experiences for players on Xbox platforms.
EDGE #425 review scores – Star Fox, Rhythm Heaven Groove, more
The latest review scores from EDGE magazine's issue #426 (September 2026) have been released, featuring several Nintendo titles. Star Fox and The Mermaid Mask received scores of 8, while Rhythm Heaven Groove and Beastro also scored 8. Gothic 1 Remake and Rhythm Heaven Groove received a 7.
Joyride Through July With 12 Games Coming to GeForce NOW
NVIDIA's GeForce NOW cloud gaming service is adding 12 new games in July, including Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes vs. Villains and Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced. The service also highlights ongoing summer savings on its Performance and Ultimate memberships, allowing users to stream games across various devices with RTX-powered performance.
Brand-New PS5 Adventure Game Already Discounted on PS Store
The new PlayStation 5 adventure game Deer & Boy, developed by Lifeline Games and published by Dear Villagers, is currently available at a 10% discount on the PlayStation Store for PS Plus members. The game, which features a narrative cinematic adventure with a focus on a boy's bond with a fawn, has received positive player reviews and holds a "Very Positive" rating on Steam.
Nintendo Download – June 25, 2026 (Europe)
Nintendo has released its latest European download list for the week of June 25, 2026. The update includes several new retail and digital titles for the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, featuring a mix of new releases and updated versions of existing games.
Deer & Boy Released
The cinematic platformer Deer & Boy, developed by Lifeline Games and published by Dear Villagers, has been released on PC via Steam. The game is described as a "poetic" experience featuring a rainy aesthetic.
Deer & Boy Launches – A Poetic Adventure Of Friendship, Wonder And Healing
Deer & Boy, a poetic adventure game focused on friendship and healing, has launched on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Developed by Lifeline Games and published by Dear Villagers, the game features wordless storytelling and an evolving companion mechanic where a child and a fawn grow together. The game received a 3.5/5 score in a review, praised for its presentation and accessibility.
Cinematic Platformer Deer & Boy Is Now Available
The cinematic platformer Deer & Boy, developed by LifeLine Games and published by Dear Villagers, is now available on PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series. The game tells a touching story about a boy and a fawn who form an unexpected friendship to overcome life's struggles. It was first revealed during the 2024 Summer Games Fest and is available with a 10% launch discount for the first week.
Deer & Boy Review | TheXboxHub
Deer & Boy is a 2.5D platform-adventure game that features a boy and his deer companion solving environmental puzzles. While praised for its gorgeous presentation, animations, and emotional storytelling without dialogue, the game's puzzles and scenarios are noted as being overly familiar and lacking in challenge, drawing comparisons to titles like Limbo and Inside. Despite its charming protagonist and appealing visuals, the review suggests the game is more of a gentle introduction to the genre than a groundbreaking experience.
Deer & Boy Review - Silence speaks louder than words
Deer & Boy is a poetic and cinematic adventure game developed by LifeLine Games and published by Dear Villagers. The game features a narrative devoid of dialogue, relying on its visuals, sound design, and emotional storytelling to convey the bond between an orphaned boy and a baby deer. Despite some minor puzzle clarity issues, the game is praised for its accessibility, stunning visuals, and impactful soundtrack, offering a deeply emotional journey about grief and self-discovery.
This week in PC games: synthpunk platforming, haunted house hoovering, and a game about growing a black hole
This week's PC game releases include Desolation Seed, Dark Scrolls, Idle Chapel, Relief, Dimhaven, Deer & Boy, Heavydelic, Rift Wizard 3, Empulse, S.A.N.D.Y. - Beach Cleaner, 7 Nights with Vroombi, nophenia, Omen Exitio: Hunger, and Eyes of the ElderWood. The article highlights various genres such as roguelike, platformer, shooter, horror, puzzle, and idle games, with a focus on early access titles and unique art styles.
This Week’s Japanese Game Releases: Star Fox, Villion: Code, more
This week's Japanese game releases include Star Fox for Switch 2 and Villion: Code for PlayStation 5, Switch 2, PlayStation 4, and Switch. Other notable titles are DELTARUNE Chapter 5 and DEAD OR ALIVE 6 Last Round. The article also lists numerous other physical and digital releases across various platforms.
Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch file sizes – Devil May Cry 5, Star Fox, Wanderstop, more
Nintendo eShop listings have revealed the file sizes for numerous games on both the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. Titles like Devil May Cry 5, Star Fox, and Wanderstop have had their storage requirements detailed across different regions.
Coming Out in gaming this week — June 22, 2026
Several new games are launching this week, including Dark Scrolls, NONEWORLD, and Sand: Raiders of Sophie on June 22nd. Pawsome Resort and Deer & Boy will follow on June 23rd and 24th respectively. Dead or Alive 6: Last Round and Star Fox, a remake of Lylat Wars, are set to release on June 25th for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch 2.
These 5+ PS5 Games Are Coming Out This Week (22nd-28th June)
Several new games are launching on PlayStation 5 between June 22nd and 28th, including Dead or Alive 6: Last Round, Deer & Boy, Abyssus, Flesh Made Fear, and The Necromancer's Tale. This week is noted as potentially the slowest of the year for new releases on the PlayStation Store.
These 5+ PS5 Games Are Coming Out Next Week (22nd-28th June)
Several new games are scheduled for release on the PlayStation 5 between June 22nd and 28th. Titles include Dead or Alive 6: Last Round, Deer & Boy, Abyssus, Flesh Made Fear, and The Necromancer's Tale, offering a variety of genres from fighting games to RPGs and survival horror.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for June 22 to 26
Xbox announced a slate of new games coming to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass between June 22 and June 26. Titles include Age of Empires Mobile: PC Edition, DEAD OR ALIVE 6 Last Round, and EMPULSE (Game Preview), among many others. Specific release dates and optimizations for Xbox Series X|S are noted for several titles.
All Nintendo Games from AG French Direct | May 27, 2026 - NintendoFuse
The AG French Direct showcase, organized by ActuGaming, revealed several upcoming indie games for the Nintendo Switch. Titles announced include Deer & Boy, Nocturnal, Gobliiins Collection, Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, and Heave Ho 2, among others, with various release windows throughout 2026.
Deer & Boy – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
Deer & Boy is a poetic cinematic platformer where a boy and a fawn form a bond, embarking on a journey through breathtaking landscapes. The game features stunning visuals and evocative music, with gameplay blending stealth and inventive puzzles that evolve as the companion's abilities grow. A beta demo is available on Steam.
Here Are All The Games Announced During Summer Game Fest That You Can Play Right Now
Summer Game Fest has featured numerous game announcements, with many titles offering playable demos or early access versions immediately. Games like 1666 Amsterdam, Montabi, Gnaw, and Palworld are among those highlighted, with various demos and early access periods available on platforms like Steam and Epic Games Store.
