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This week in PC games: GoldenEye returns (sort of), plus janky arcade football, ballpoint cities, and a game about keeping the monsters inside Area 51
This week's PC game releases feature a variety of genres, including horror titles like T.W.I.R.L. and Homeostasis, alongside city builders such as Verde and factory games like Sandustry. Notable new entries include Agent 64: Spies Never Die, a spiritual successor to GoldenEye 007, and the quirky football sim Pro Jank Footy. The article also touches on the upcoming release of a highly anticipated game that has generated significant buzz among guides writers.
Game Demos
Finding Polka is a game available on PC where players search for a wandering pup named Polka. The game involves exploration and interacting with charming characters to help them with their tasks.
Finding Polka Is an Interactive Slice-of-Life Adventure with Weird Little Surreal Moments
The indie game Finding Polka, developed by lidlocks and published by Parco Games, is set to release on PC via Steam on August 12th, 2026. This hand-drawn, slice-of-life adventure game is inspired by the developer's real dog and features a story about a girl searching for a dog that resembles her childhood pet.
Release Dates/Windows
Several games have announced their release dates or windows. The Core will launch in Early Access on August 13th, 2026. Finding Polka has released a launch date trailer, and Hell Galaxy's official release date has been updated to August 12, 2026. Omen is also slated for release in 2026.
Bitsummit 2026 showed Japanese indies pursuing a new multimedia model, backed by major entertainment firms | Opinion
Major Japanese entertainment companies like TOEI, Shueisha, and Aniplex are increasingly investing in independent games to cultivate new intellectual property for multimedia expansion. Events like Bitsummit showcase this shift, where indie developers are supported by established firms seeking global IP potential beyond traditional media. This strategy aims to leverage Japan's cultural soft power and create revenue streams across games, anime, merchandise, and more.
GamesRadar+ and The MIX to Premiere Two New BitSummit Showcases
BitSummit, Japan's premier indie game festival, announced its 14th edition, "PUNCH," concluded with record attendance and will return in May 2027. In the interim, GamesRadar+, PC Gamer, and The MIX will broadcast two new showcases on May 26th, featuring world premiere trailers and developer spotlights. The BitSummit PUNCH Steam event, offering game demos and sales, remains live through May 28th.
BitSummit Punch 2026 Reveals Official Game Selection and Event Details
The BitSummit Executive Committee has announced the official game selection for BitSummit Punch 2026, an indie game festival held in Kyoto. The event will feature a diverse lineup of titles from Japan and around the world, including Antonblast, Inkonbini, and Finding Polka. The venue map and special events page are now live, and Ai Yokomachi and J-mon will return as MCs.
INDIE Live Expo Showcased 200+ Titles, Returning for Winter Showcase Q4 2026
INDIE Live Expo's latest digital event showcased over 200 indie titles, including world premieres and new trailers. The next showcase is scheduled for Q4 2026. A Steam sale featuring many of the showcased games is also underway.
INDIE Live Expo April 2026 Recap Highlights 200+ Games and Announcements
The April 2026 INDIE Live Expo showcased over 200 indie games, featuring world premieres, trailers, and release dates. Notable announcements included Crymelight, Warota: I Live Next to The Demon King’s Castle LOL, In Us, and Feather’s Edge. The event also highlighted upcoming titles and a concurrent Steam sale featuring over 700 games.
Finding Polka demo now available
A demo for the adventure game Finding Polka is now available for PC players on Steam. The publisher has not yet announced a full release date for the game.