Pacific Drive
News, coverage and analysis tracking Pacific Drive across the outlets.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 3: Steam Summer Sale continuesThe Steam Summer Sale and other PC gaming storefronts are offering numerous deals on a wide variety of titles. This includes discounts on major releases, indie games, and bundles across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and Humble Bundle. Several retailers are participating, with prices and availability varying.
Photography Games | Game Developer Spotlight SeriesGame Developer is hosting a "Photography Week" exploring the genre and its mechanics, featuring new interviews and essays. Topics include how photography games encourage players to notice their surroundings and document experiences. Discussions will cover game design choices, balancing artistic freedom with progression metrics, and applying basic photography tips to improve in-game photo modes.
gamescom dev announces opening keynote by Amir Satvat and first program highlightsgamescom dev 2026 has announced its first program highlights, including an opening keynote by Amir Satvat on the future of the games industry. The event will feature new curated tracks for Animation, Level Design, and AI, with initial speakers and sessions revealed. The conference, taking place August 23-25 in Cologne, aims to bring together global industry professionals.
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.
Grab a copy of Pacific Drive with our free Steam key giveawayKepler Interactive is offering a giveaway for its supernatural survival game, Pacific Drive, with ten free Steam keys available. The article also highlights a publisher sale on Steam, offering Pacific Drive at a 67% discount and its Whisper in the Woods DLC for 40% off until June 18.
Xbox Game Pass still has the spark on PC, but it's not because of MicrosoftDespite recent price adjustments, Xbox Game Pass remains a valuable service for PC players due to its library of diverse titles rather than Microsoft's first-party offerings. The service excels at introducing players to new experiences they might not otherwise discover or purchase, fostering a sense of library-like discovery.
The Best PC Games To Play In 2026This guide highlights the best PC games available in 2026, spanning various genres and including both recent releases and enduring live-service titles. The list emphasizes games that run well on PC, with considerations for hardware and accessibility, and notes that many titles are also playable on devices like the Steam Deck.
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.- Daily Video Game Deals Apr 13 – Borderlands 4, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, Lost Records – Bloom & Rage, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora From the Ashes Edition, Into the Restless Ruins & MoreDaily video game deals for April 13th include discounts on Borderlands 4, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, Lost Records: Bloom & Rage, and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora From the Ashes Edition. These deals are available across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC platforms.
Supernatural handyman simulator The Lift launches on PS5 in 2027The supernatural handyman simulator The Lift is set to launch on PlayStation 5 in 2027. Developed by Fantastic Signals, the game blends first-person repairman gameplay with a deep sci-fi story set in an abandoned research facility. Players will uncover a conspiracy while restoring the facility and utilizing unique tools.
Samson May Catch People off GuardSamson, an upcoming game from Liquid Sword, has garnered significant attention with over 250,000 wishlists on Steam. The game emphasizes a gritty atmosphere, high-stakes narrative, and disciplined combat mechanics, drawing comparisons to Sifu. Driving mechanics and the car, Pacific Drive, are presented as integral tools for survival in the reactive city of Tyndalston.- Pacific Drive is an excellent driving sim with horror vibes, and you can get the full experience cheaper than everPacific Drive is an underrated indie driving simulator that blends Stalker-style atmosphere with horror elements. The game offers a full experience that is currently available at a significantly reduced price.
The Games of Not This Year - 2025 EditionThis article highlights games played in 2025 that were not released in that year, featuring a diverse list of titles from various genres. Contributors share their experiences with games like Baldur's Gate 3, Pacific Drive, and Super Mario World, discussing what made them memorable despite their original release dates.
Pacific Drive developer Ironwood Studios raises $4m in seed funding roundIronwood Studios, the developer behind Pacific Drive, has successfully raised $4 million in a seed funding round led by Lifelike Capital. The funds will be allocated towards the studio's next project. CEO Cassandra Dracott expressed gratitude for the opportunity, while Lifelike Capital's Randy Lee highlighted the team's talent and proven track record.
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