Dinkum
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The Stream Team: Celebrating Sky Fest in Dinkum
Massively OP's MJ Guthrie will be streaming Dinkum's Sky Fest event live today at 2:00 p.m. EDT. This marks the first village festival in the game since MJ built her Band Stand. The stream will be available on the OPTV channel on Twitch, with a full recording posted later.
The Stream Team: Constructing Dinkum’s community center band stand
Massively OP's MJ Guthrie is focusing on community building in Dinkum by constructing a band stand for residents. This endeavor requires resource gathering and will put the town in debt. The stream will cover the groundbreaking for this new community center.
The Stream Team: Making a Dinkum museum
Massively OP's MJ Guthrie returns to Dinkum to work on her museum, requiring her to gather materials like stone and cement. The article highlights the process of building and collecting resources within the game, with a live stream scheduled for August 1st, 2026.
KRAFTON ANNOUNCES 2026 STEAM PUBLISHER SALE
KRAFTON announced its 2026 Steam Publisher Sale, offering discounts of up to 85% on over 30 PC titles, including PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, My Little Puppy, and Dinkum. The sale runs through June 25th on Steam and also highlights upcoming games like Age Twisters and PUBG: Black Budget.
Daily Video Game Deals Jun 13 – Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap, Nioh 3, Silent Hill 2, Sengoku Dynasty Ultimate Edition, Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero, ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN, Persona 5 Royal & More
Daily Video Game Deals for June 13, 2026, are now live across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The sale features discounts on numerous titles including Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap, Nioh 3, Silent Hill 2, Sengoku Dynasty Ultimate Edition, Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero, ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN, and Persona 5 Royal.
Go-Go Town! by Aussie dev Prideful Sloth, has a 1.0 release date
Go-Go Town!, a city builder developed by Prideful Sloth, will officially launch on July 16, 2026, after two years in Early Access. The game will be available on PC and Nintendo Switch, featuring a new sandbox mode. Since its Early Access launch, the game has received numerous updates, including couch co-op and a collaboration with Dinkum.
Daily Video Game Deals Jun 6 – Skull and Bones, The Precinct, Persona 3 Reload, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, Alan Wake 2 & More
Daily Video Game Deals for June 6, 2026, are now live across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The sale features significant discounts on titles such as Skull and Bones, The Precinct, Persona 3 Reload, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, and Alan Wake 2, among many others.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – May 10, 2026 – Pokemon Pokopia holds on strong, Mixtape debuts
The latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of May 10, 2026, show Pokemon Pokopia retaining the top spot. Newcomer Mixtape debuted in the top three download-only games. The charts list the top 30 overall games and top 30 download-only titles available on the platform.
The Stream Team: Dinking around Dinkum
Massively OP's MJ will be streaming Dinkum on Saturday, May 9th, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. EDT. The stream will focus on her progress in building an outback paradise within the survival sandbox game, highlighting how activities like catching butterflies, fishing, and interacting with NPCs contribute to her base development. The full stream will be available later on the OPTV channel on Twitch.
Nintendo Switch eShop latest sales: lowest prices ever for A Short Hike, Octopath Traveler 0, more
The North American Nintendo Switch eShop is currently featuring its lowest prices ever on a wide selection of games, including A Short Hike and Octopath Traveler. The sale encompasses numerous titles across various genres, with significant discounts available on many popular and niche games.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – May 3, 2026 – Mario Kart World makes a run at Pokemon Pokopia
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of May 3, 2026, show Pokemon Pokopia retaining the top spot, followed closely by Mario Kart World. Newcomer Inkonbini debuted just outside the top ten. The charts also list various other popular titles, including several editions and upgrade packs for existing games.
DINKUM LAUNCHES ON NINTENDO SWITCH 2 AS IT CELEBRATES ITS FIRST ANNIVERSARY WITH A MAJOR NEW UPDATE ON STEAM
Dinkum has launched on the Nintendo Switch 2, offering a free upgrade for existing players. The game also celebrates its first anniversary on Steam with a major update called "The Great Bite," introducing a new region, features, and decorative items. Both platforms will see a limited-time discount and an in-game event for Steam players.
Dinkum Switch 2 Edition Launches with Free Upgrade and Animal Tracks Update
Krafton and James Bendon have released Dinkum's Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, offering a free upgrade for existing Nintendo Switch owners. This release coincides with the Animal Tracks update, which is available on both Switch versions and PC. The PC version also received a separate anniversary update, The Great Bite, featuring new areas, items, and customization options.
“Furr-Tastic” Bubsy 4D Console Demo Live
A demo for the upcoming console game Bubsy 4D is now available, featuring the first three levels and showcasing expressive movement mechanics. The game is set to launch on May 22 for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC. The article also mentions recent updates and announcements for other games including Monsters are Coming!, The Blood of Dawnwalker, Star Trucker, Dinkum, The Shore: Enhanced Edition, and 007 First Light.
Monsters are Coming! Power Corrupts DLC Now Available
The Power Corrupts DLC for the tower-survivor game Monsters are Coming! is now available. This new content adds a risk-reward biome, a new gameplay effect, a Leprechaun hero, two new townhalls, and themed challenges. The article also briefly mentions upcoming livestreams and updates for other games like The Blood of Dawnwalker, Star Trucker, Dinkum, The Shore: Enhanced Edition, 007 First Light, and Fear Tall Grass.
Cutesy co-op sandbox Dinkum rolls out to Switch 2, celebrates birthday with The Great Bite update
The co-op sandbox game Dinkum has launched on the Nintendo Switch and received its first-anniversary update, "The Great Bite." This update introduces a new island with climbable cliffs, rare creatures, and hidden treasures, along with new vehicles and customization options. Developer James Bendon also noted that existing Switch owners can upgrade to the new version for free.
Star Trucker Business Ventures Update Live
The "Business Ventures" update for Star Trucker is now live on PC and consoles, allowing players to customize their truck interiors and take on "Galactic Handyman" jobs. This free update introduces new job types and rewards, including unique interior customizations and valuable ingots. Star Trucker is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Dinkum – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition now available; ‘The Great Bite’ update now available for PC
Dinkum has launched a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, available as a free upgrade for existing Switch owners. Publisher KRAFTON and developer James Bendon also released the 'Animal Tracks' update for both Switch versions. The PC version celebrates its first anniversary with 'The Great Bite' update, adding a new explorable island, decorative items, vehicles, and a limited-time in-game event.
Cozy Survival Life Sim Dinkum Now Available on Nintendo Switch 2
The survival life sim Dinkum, developed by James Bendon and published by KRAFTON, is now available on the Nintendo Switch 2, offering an upgrade for existing Nintendo Switch owners. The game, inspired by the Australian outback, allows players to build towns, farm, fish, and mine. A major content update called "The Great Bite" is also available for the PC version on Steam.
Dinkum reveals Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, “Animals” update out today
Krafton has released a "Nintendo Switch 2 Edition" for the life sim Dinkum, offering a free upgrade for existing Nintendo Switch owners. The "Animal Tracks" update, previously on PC, is also now available on Nintendo platforms, introducing animal breeding, new creatures like the Rooster and Penguin, and a customizable "Train" mount. The update also includes quality-of-life improvements such as an Auto Placer and new resources.
