People of Note
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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.
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.
Indie Selects for May 2026: Big Moments, Bold GamesXbox highlights a curated selection of indie games available in May 2026, featuring titles across various genres. The featured games include the cartoon-style first-person shooter Mouse: P.I. for Hire, the narrative RPG Dosa Divas, the co-op horror game Content Warning, the musical RPG People of Note, the stock market sim Space Warlord Baby Trading Simulator, and the survival game Icarus: Console Edition.
Poll: Vote for Your PS5 Game of the Month (April 2026)Push Square is running a poll for PlayStation 5 Game of the Month for April 2026, featuring titles like Saros, Pragmata, Starfield, and Hades 2. Previous winners for January, February, and March are also mentioned as the voting period concludes on May 7th.- Indie Game of the Month Awards April 2026 🏅The Indie Game of the Month Awards for April 2026 highlight outstanding indie titles across various genres. Gecko Gods won Platformer of the Month, GRIME II took Metroidvania of the Month, and People of Note received the top prize for Indie Game of the Month.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – April 26, 2026 – Pokemon Pokopia dominates againThe latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of April 26, 2026, show Pokemon Pokopia retaining the top spot. Mouse: P.I. For Hire and Pragmata also debuted strongly, securing the second and third positions respectively. Several other popular titles, including Pokemon Legends: Z-A and Super Mario Bros. Wonder, also appeared on the charts.- Five Annapurna Interactive games get Switch 2 releasesAnnapurna Interactive is bringing five of its titles to the Nintendo Switch 2, with three receiving next-gen upgrades and two launching for the first time on Nintendo platforms. Sayonara Wild Hearts and Lorelei and the Laser Eyes are available now with 4K and 120Hz upgrades, while Stray and To a T will receive similar enhancements on May 28 and June 11 respectively. Cozy narrative game Wanderstop will launch on both Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 on June 23.
From Sayonara Wild Hearts to Stray, Annapurna brings 5 games to Switch 2Annapurna Interactive has announced that five of its games will be released or upgraded for the Nintendo Switch 2. This includes new releases for Stray, Thirsty Suitors, and Wanderstop, alongside free upgrades for existing Switch versions of Sayonara Wild Hearts and Lorelei and the Laser Eyes, featuring 4K support and higher frame rates.
Annapurna Interactive Confirms Support For The Switch 2 | Console CreaturesAnnapurna Interactive has confirmed its commitment to supporting the Nintendo Switch 2, with several titles slated for release on the platform in 2026 and beyond. Games like Sayonara Wild Hearts and Lorelei and the Laser Eyes are already available, with Stray, to a T, Wanderstop, People of Note, and Mixtape also scheduled. The publisher highlighted features such as 4K visuals and improved frame rates for these upcoming releases.- Annapurna Interactive Confirms Support For The Switch 2 | Console CreaturesAnnapurna Interactive has confirmed its commitment to supporting the Nintendo Switch 2, with several titles slated for release on the platform in 2026 and beyond. Games like Sayonara Wild Hearts and Lorelei and the Laser Eyes are already available, with Stray, to a T, and Wanderstop set to launch soon. The publisher also highlighted technical enhancements for these ports, including 4K visuals and improved frame rates.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – April 19, 2026 – Mouse: P.I. For Hire and Pragmata off to strong startsThe latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of April 19, 2026, show Mouse: P.I. For Hire and Pragmata off to strong starts, ranking second and third respectively. Pokemon Pokopia holds the top spot, while Pragmata's Deluxe Edition also charted in the top ten.
People of Note Review | TheXboxHubPeople of Note is a music-based RPG that centers on Cadence, a pop debutant aiming to become a star. While the music doesn't directly impact gameplay, the game offers a surprisingly deep RPG experience with a creative world and engaging story. Despite some narrative and gameplay omissions, it's a lengthy and enjoyable title for fans of music and RPGs.
PS5's PS Store Is Getting a Netflix-Style Makeover SoonSony is reportedly redesigning the PlayStation Store on the PlayStation 5 with a new layout featuring large, Netflix-style tiles and enhanced filtering tags. This update, seen in the system's beta program, aims to improve game discoverability by adding descriptive tags and auto-playing trailers on hover.- Marauding minotaurs, more CloverPit and other new indie games worth checking outThis article rounds up several new and upcoming indie games, highlighting titles like the roguelite Minos, the CloverPit DLC Unholy Fusion, and the battle royale typing game Final Sentence. It also features previews for People of Note, Tamashika, Nippets, Dead As Disco, Call of the Elder Gods, and Long Gone, covering their gameplay, platforms, and release details.
- People of Note review: Strike a chordPeople of Note is a turn-based RPG that introduces fresh ideas and a significant amount of puns. The game aims to innovate within the genre while incorporating wordplay.
What We Played – People of Note, Starfield & The OccultistSeveral individuals shared their recent gaming experiences, including playing "People of Note," a music-based RPG, and "Hades 2." "Starfield" is being reviewed on PlayStation 5, alongside other titles like "Icarus" and "Ghost Master Resurrected." Horror games such as "The Occultist" and "Cthulhu: Dark Abyss" were also played, as well as "Life Is Strange" and "Khazan: The First Berserker."- People of Note review - The power of music and a lot of heart | DestructoidPeople of Note is a game that focuses on the power of music and heart. The review suggests that players should let the rhythm take them over.
People of Note review - The power of music and a lot of heart | DestructoidPeople of Note is a surprisingly fun and adept RPG that excels with its excellent use of music, endearing cast, flexible battle system, and memorable locations. The game is available on PlayStation 5 and is described as a surprise hit.- People Of Note Review | GameSpotPeople Of Note is a musical adventure game that is enjoyable for its first half. However, the game's turn-based combat encounters become excessively long in the latter half, diminishing the overall fun.
People Of Note Review | GameSpotPeople of Note is a surprisingly fun and adept RPG that features excellent use of music, an endearing cast, a flexible battle system, and memorable locations. The game is available on PlayStation 5.