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Blues News

Engagement Ring

Graveyard Keeper generated over $250,000 following a free giveaway promotion. The article also notes the release of an accolades trailer for Hades II.

Eurogamer

Graveyard Keeper's free giveaway made the publisher at least $250,000 in DLC sales

tinyBuild CEO Alex Nichiporchik revealed that a free giveaway of Graveyard Keeper resulted in approximately $250,000 in DLC sales, primarily from PC players. This promotion also significantly boosted wishlists for the upcoming sequel, Graveyard Keeper 2, reaching 400,000 on Steam during the giveaway period.

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Retro Gamer

Giving your game away on Steam can earn you $250,000 in a few days, says Graveyard Keeper publisher: "Makes sense…

tinyBuild CEO Alex Nichiporchik revealed that making Graveyard Keeper free on Steam has led to significant success, including over 40,000 concurrent players and propelling the sequel to 400,000 wishlists. The strategy has also generated nearly $250,000 from DLC sales for the original game on Steam alone.

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PC GamesN

Graveyard Keeper's mammoth success proves that giving games away for free on Steam works

Publisher tinyBuild found significant success by offering the original Graveyard Keeper for free on Steam during a promotional weekend, coinciding with the reveal of Graveyard Keeper 2. This strategy led to a new all-time peak player count of over 46,000 concurrent players and generated substantial revenue through DLC sales, demonstrating the viability of free-to-play models for driving engagement and future sales.

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Gaming On Linux

Triple-i Initiative Showcase had some really incredible announcements - a roundup

The Triple-i Initiative Showcase featured numerous announcements for indie games, including new reveals, release dates, and DLC. Several titles like Alabaster Dawn, Alkahest, and Away Team were highlighted, with many set to enter Early Access or launch in the coming months. The showcase also included updates for existing games such as Barotrauma and Brotato.

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FZ.se

Sista chansen! Skaffa Graveyard Keeper gratis i dag

The original Graveyard Keeper is available for free on PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox until today. The announcement coincides with the reveal of Graveyard Keeper 2, which is set to launch in 2026 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch. The sequel introduces a zombie-ravaged city and the ability to lead a zombie army.

FZ.se

Sista chansen! Klicka hem Graveyard Keeper gratis i dag

Graveyard Keeper is available for free on PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox for a limited time. The article also mentions that a sequel has been revealed.

Metro UK

Games Inbox: Are retro games better than modern gaming?

Readers debate whether retro games are superior to modern gaming, citing the current industry's perceived issues and long waits between major releases. While some appreciate the raw excitement of older titles, others acknowledge the advancements in technology and gameplay offered by contemporary games, including indie titles and remakes like Resident Evil 4.

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Two Average Gamers

Pokemon Mystery Gifts Out Now! Are You Ready to Catch '... | TAG

Rockstar Games has been targeted by hackers who allegedly stole company data and are demanding a ransom. Separately, Pokemon Champions is offering free Mystery Gifts until August 2026, Dragon Age: Inquisition's servers are shutting down, and the developers of Graveyard Keeper 2 have denied using AI for its art. Additionally, a previously canceled Monster Hunter card has reappeared in Magic: The Gathering, and Epic Games is reportedly collaborating with Disney on a shooter featuring Disney characters.

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PC Gamer

Graveyard Keeper devs respond as players make AI accusations: 'You may not believe me, but we're not using the…

Developers at Lazy Bear Games have responded to player accusations that generative AI was used in the promotional art for Graveyard Keeper 2. CTO Slava Cherkasov stated that while he experiments with AI, the game itself is not using it, and art is handled by a team of eight artists. Player reactions are mixed, with some satisfied by the explanation and others remaining skeptical.

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Push Square

Enjoying Your Free PS4 Game? Here's a Look at Its Sequel, Coming to PS5

Lazy Bear Games is promoting its upcoming sequel, Graveyard Keeper 2, by offering the original Graveyard Keeper for free on PlayStation 4. The sequel, coming to PlayStation 5, will feature medieval graveyard management with new automation elements and quests to rebuild a town.

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Metro UK

Acclaimed PS4 game is free right now as sequel is announced in indie showcase

The acclaimed medieval graveyard management sim Graveyard Keeper is available for free on PlayStation 4, Xbox, and PC until April 13. This promotion coincides with the announcement of its sequel, Graveyard Keeper 2, which introduces zombie town management and real-time strategy elements. The article also briefly mentions another announced indie title, Crop, a farming investigative thriller.

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Nintendo Life

Cemetery Management Sim 'Graveyard Keeper' Digs Up A Sequel On Switch 1 & 2

Lazy Bear Games and tinyBuild have announced Graveyard Keeper 2, a sequel to their unhinged cemetery management simulator, is coming to Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 in 2026. The game will feature familiar corpse-burying mechanics, town restoration, and strategic zombie combat. The original Graveyard Keeper is currently available as a free giveaway on PC, PlayStation, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One until April 13, 2026.

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Blues News

Get Graveyard Keeper for Free

Graveyard Keeper, a management simulation game, is currently available for free on Steam for PC, macOS, and Linux. The article also mentions that PlayStation and Xbox versions are available, though not specified as free.

Blues News

Graveyard Keeper 2 Announced

Lazy Bear Games and tinyBuild have announced Graveyard Keeper 2, the sequel to their simulation game. The title is confirmed to be coming to PC and consoles, promising more of the gameplay elements that players enjoyed in the original.

Push Square

This Is Your Last Chance to Claim a Free PS4 Game, No PS Plus Required

Lazy Bear Games is offering the PlayStation 4 version of its medieval cemetery management sim, Graveyard Keeper, for free on the PlayStation Store until April 13th. This promotion, which does not require a PlayStation Plus subscription, is intended to promote the upcoming sequel for PlayStation 5. The game and its DLC are also available at a discount for PlayStation Plus subscribers.

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Push Square

You Can Claim a Free PS4 Game Right Now, No PS Plus Required

Lazy Bear Games is offering the original Graveyard Keeper for free on the PlayStation Store until April 13th, allowing players to keep it permanently without PlayStation Plus. This promotion aims to promote the upcoming sequel, which is slated for release on PlayStation 5. The original game is a medieval cemetery management simulation with quests, crafting, and exploration elements.

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Retro Gamer

My favorite Stardew Valley-like, the one where you manage a graveyard of course, is free for a few days as dev reveals sequel: Graveyard Keeper 2 is coming with a whole zombie-infested town to manage

Graveyard Keeper, a management sim where players manage a cemetery, is currently free to play for a limited time. Its developer, tinyBuild, has also revealed a sequel, Graveyard Keeper 2, which will feature players managing a zombie-infested town. The sequel has no release date but is available to wishlist on Steam.

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CGmag Online

Triple-i Initiative: Everything Revealed!

The Triple-i Initiative showcased over 40 new indie games during its 45-minute live stream. Announcements included titles like Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, SpaceCraft, Rift of the Nencrodancer x Undertale, and many more, with several games available for wishlist on Steam or launching in early access soon.

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Playstation Lifestyle

Unique 2018 PS4 Game Free for All for Limited Time, No PS Plus Required

Graveyard Keeper, a unique 2018 management simulation game, is available for free on PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC until April 13, 2026. This promotion by developer Lazy Bear Games and publisher tinyBuild celebrates the announcement of Graveyard Keeper 2. No PlayStation Plus subscription is required to claim and play the game.

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