Don't Starve Together
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Steam Week in Review: Steam just got its first 'dopamine site', so you can fatten a fake backlog without…The article discusses the phenomenon of 'dopamine sites' that simulate the pleasure of online purchases without spending money, drawing parallels to the Steam backlog and the addictive nature of accumulating games. It highlights a website called Steam Sale Simulator that replicates the Steam storefront experience, allowing users to 'buy' games endlessly. The piece also touches on the rise of idle games and the psychological aspects of consumerism in gaming.
Don't Starve Together hits new concurrent player count peak a decade after releaseDon't Starve Together has reached a new all-time peak of 122,662 concurrent players on Steam, a decade after its initial release. This surge in players is attributed to a significant discount, making the game available for under $2. The success of the multiplayer component is highlighted, with the upcoming Don't Starve Elsewhere also focusing on co-op.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 19: GOG.com Summer SaleThis weekend's PC gaming deals include GOG.com's Summer Sale featuring discounts on titles like Hollow Knight Silksong and Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition. Steam and Epic Games Store also have various sales, with free games available on Epic Games Store and Amazon Luna. Humble Bundle offers several game bundles for different price tiers.
Resource management? Survival games are about time management.Seth Rosen, game director for Pacific Drive, argues that survival games are fundamentally about time management rather than just resource gathering or combat. He suggests that the core of these games lies in balancing various systems and tasks, which create pressure and stakes for the player. Rosen criticizes many survival games for lacking richness and meaningful goals, emphasizing that effective time management is key to creating engaging experiences.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 12: Steam Bullet FestThis weekend's PC gaming deals include a Steam Bullet Fest celebrating bullet hell and shooter games, alongside sales from various publishers and developers like Capcom, Klei, and Ubisoft. Notable titles on sale include Vampire Survivors, Returnal, and Destiny 2, with free games and bundles also available across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, and Amazon Luna.- In this survival game by an ex-Dying Light developer, the Light is actually dying.Dusklander, an isometric survival game developed by solo developer Bitrunner, has been officially announced. The game features a goth protagonist trapped in a nightmare world where light is a crucial survival resource. It incorporates permadeath with roguelite meta-progression and procedural generation, drawing inspiration from titles like Don't Starve and Valheim.
"Valve can't stop winning": New Steam update revamps Community Market with "bigger, better listings" and more, much to Counter-Strike 2 fans' delightValve has released a significant update for the Steam Community Market, introducing "bigger, better listings" with more images and detailed item information. This revamp aims to improve filtering and visibility for game-specific items, particularly benefiting Counter-Strike 2 players by allowing more informed purchasing decisions directly within the market, reducing the need for third-party tools.
Engineering puzzle game U.V.S. Nirmana arrives from the Zachtronics team at CoincidenceThe Zachtronics team, under the Coincidence name, has released a new engineering puzzle game titled U.V.S. Nirmana, with Klei Entertainment handling publishing. The game features thirty puzzles focused on designing pipe networks and managing energy flows. It is available on PC with Linux support.
New PlayStation DRM Only Requires One Online Check-in, Sony SaysSony has clarified its digital rights management (DRM) policy for PlayStation games, stating that only a one-time online check-in is required after purchase. This refutes rumors suggesting a need for check-ins every 30 days to continue playing games. The clarification aims to address player concerns about game accessibility and potential licensing issues.
The 39 Best Survival Games To Play In 2026This guide highlights 39 of the best survival games available in 2026, spanning various platforms and offering diverse gameplay experiences. The article details key features, developers, and release information for each title, emphasizing elements like resource management, base building, and combat.
I thought this sci-fi mystery looked cool, but my interest dropped when I realized it's another multiplayer…The author expresses disappointment that the sci-fi mystery game Blind Descent is another four-player co-op survival title, finding the genre repetitive. While the game promises a unique symbiosis system reacting to player actions, the author doubts its solo playability and overall appeal.- MMO Week in Review: Gorgon’s drama, TurtleWoW’s demise, Ashes’ docsThis week in the MMORPG genre saw significant drama and updates across various titles. Ashes of Creation's former boss released legal documents, Project Gorgon faced community backlash over bans, and TurtleWoW announced its closure following a lawsuit. Additionally, Book of Travels is transitioning to a solo offline game, while new content and updates arrived for games like Guild Wars 2, Final Fantasy XIV, and Elder Scrolls Online.
- Don’t Starve Elsewhere is the sequel to the ‘uncompromising’ multiplayer survival game set in a fantasy worldKlei Entertainment has announced Don't Starve Elsewhere, the sequel to their multiplayer survival game Don't Starve Together. The new title will retain the series' signature uncompromising survival gameplay and blend of 2D and 3D visuals, but will be set in a dark gothic fantasy realm with new biomes and resources. The game is available for wishlisting on Steam.
This week in PC games: sci-fi shooter Pragmata, 2.5D platformer Replaced, and the most wishlisted game on Steam compete with illuminated manuscriptsThis week in PC games features a variety of upcoming titles including the sci-fi shooter Pragmata and the 2.5D platformer Replaced. Other notable releases and demos include the survival game Oceaneers, the espionage RPG Moves of the Diamond Hand, and the pirate-themed Windrose. The article also highlights unique management games like Sintopia and Scriptorium: Master of Manuscripts.
Nintendo Switch eShop deals – lowest prices ever for Enter and Exit the Gungeon, Untitled Goose Game, moreThe North American Nintendo Switch eShop is featuring new deals, including the lowest prices ever for games like Enter the Gungeon, Exit the Gungeon, and Untitled Goose Game. The sale includes a wide variety of titles, with discounts on many popular and indie games.
Don’t Starve Elsewhere Drops Announcement Trailer: This Thing Looks Absolutely BrutalKlei Entertainment has announced Don't Starve Elsewhere, promising a brutal and uncompromising survival experience that builds upon the franchise's core mechanics. The trailer suggests a focus on deep systems, challenging gameplay, and potentially new settings or mechanics. The game aims to maintain the series' signature difficulty and sense of accomplishment while potentially refining its technical execution.
Don’t Starve Elsewhere AnnouncedKlei has announced Don't Starve Elsewhere, a new installment in the Don't Starve series, which will launch for PC via Steam. The game features survival in a new world filled with magic and monsters, with players able to explore multi-tiered wilderness environments and new biomes. A release date has not yet been announced.- Don’t Starve Elsewhere AnnouncedKlei Entertainment has announced Don't Starve Elsewhere for PC, a new entry in the survival series featuring procedurally generated, multi-layered environments with distinct biomes and climate systems. The game introduces a new 'Fog' threat and supports both solo and co-op play.
- Don't Starve Elsewhere is the latest game in the popular series from Klei EntertainmentKlei Entertainment has announced Don't Starve Elsewhere, the latest installment in the popular survival series. The game will feature new magic, monsters, and mysteries, and will support both solo and co-op gameplay.
Don’t Starve Elsewhere, A New Addition to Klei’s Survival Franchise, Announced for PCKlei Entertainment has announced Don't Starve Elsewhere, a new entry in their unforgiving survival franchise. The game features a visually unique world, procedurally generated biomes, and multiplayer co-op, with players facing threats like a creeping fog that drives characters to insanity.