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You can now sign up to playtest the genre-bending Pony Island 2: Panda Circus, and while you're at it the original is free for a few days too
Players can now sign up for a playtest of the upcoming genre-bending game Pony Island 2: Panda Circus, with a new trailer showcasing its varied gameplay. Additionally, the original Pony Island is available for free on Steam until October 12th, serving as a promotion for the sequel.
Triple-I Initiative October 2026: Everything Announced At The Showcase
The Triple-I Initiative showcase featured a variety of new game announcements and updates, including Aftergods, Waltz and Jam, Among Us Story: On Guard, and Brotato: Primal Dread. Many of these titles are slated for release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, with some also heading to Nintendo Switch and mobile platforms. Several games also have demos available on Steam.
Pony Island 2: Panda Circus release date and trailer revealed
Pony Island 2: Panda Circus is set to release on April 28, 2027, as revealed in a new trailer during Gamescom. The sequel to the cult classic Pony Island, from creator Daniel Mullins, will feature a mix of horror aesthetics, haunted arcades, and various game systems. The game will also include live-action actors and is available to wishlist on Steam.
7 developers that will save the video games industry - Reader’s Feature
This reader's feature highlights seven smaller developers, including 11 bit studios, AdHoc Studios, Daniel Mullins Games, Hazelight Studios, Larian Studios, Sandfall Interactive, and Supergiant Games, who are seen as vital to the future of the video game industry. The article praises their innovative approaches to game design and storytelling, contrasting them with the perceived missteps of larger publishers.
150+ game devs promote “Fake OS” Steam tag for InterfaceX26 Steam Sale & Showcase
Over 150 game developers and publishers are collaborating on InterfaceX26, a week-long Steam sale and livestream event from April 27 to May 4. The initiative aims to establish "Fake OS" as an official Steam tag for games that simulate operating systems or digital interfaces. Players can support the campaign by tagging relevant games on Steam.