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News, coverage and analysis tracking Rimworld across the outlets.- Save Up To 95% Off Thousands Of Games In The GOG Summer SaleGOG has launched its Summer Sale, featuring discounts of up to 95% on over 8,000 games until July 9. Notable deals include Fallout 4 Game of the Year Edition for $16, Control Ultimate Edition for $6, and the Yakuza Complete Collection for $44.79. The sale also offers significant price reductions on popular titles like Baldur's Gate 3, Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection, and various indie games.
Star Trek: Outposts Unknown's demo introduces an upbeat settlement builder, though my crew of clocking-out ship slackers wouldn't last a day in RimWorldThe demo for Star Trek: Outposts Unknown offers a cheerful take on the settlement builder genre, where players assist an alien civilization rather than merely surviving. Unlike typical colony sims, the game features a Starfleet mothership providing support and a place for crew to rest, though managing resources and crew morale remains crucial. The preview notes that while the game is more relaxed, it still requires strategic planning to avoid idle periods and ensure progress.- Some Assembly Required: Could MMORPGs benefit from computer ‘storytellers?’This article explores how computer-controlled storytellers, similar to those in Rimworld and Paralives, could enhance the player experience in MMORPGs. The author suggests that dynamic event systems and human Game Masters, as seen in Ultima Online, could break player routines and create more memorable gaming moments. While acknowledging the significant development effort, the potential for transforming stale MMOs is highlighted.
Dwarf Fortress-Inspired OfMiceAndMechs Launches Steam PageSolo developer MarxMustermann has launched the Steam page for OfMiceAndMechs, a roguelike, base builder, and factory builder inspired by Dwarf Fortress and RimWorld. The game, which has been in development for nine years, throws players into a dystopian open world where survival depends on strategic planning and adaptability, with features including dungeon exploration, automated production chains, and base fortification.
Space colony building sim Space Haven 1.0 is finally hereSpace Haven, a colony building simulation game developed by Bugbyte Ltd., has officially launched its 1.0 version after several years in Early Access. Inspired by titles like RimWorld and series such as Battlestar Galactica, the game offers deep colony management, spaceship construction, and crew simulation. The 1.0 release provides a complete survival sandbox experience, featuring ship-to-ship combat and away missions, with procedurally generated elements ensuring replayability.
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.
The Secrets update for Necesse includes collabs with Palworld, Rimworld, Core Keeper and ValheimThe 'Secrets' update for the 2D RPG Necesse is now available, featuring collaborations with Palworld, Rimworld, Core Keeper, and Valheim. The update adds new secrets, items, and gameplay changes, blending survival, exploration, and colony-building elements. Necesse was originally released on December 12, 2019, and also supports Linux.- Necesse adds ‘secret’ crossover characters in its appropriately named Secrets updateThe survival game Necesse has released its 'Secrets' update, which adds crossover characters from Palworld, Valheim, and Rimworld, along with developer secrets from Fair Games. The update also includes new perks, bug fixes for settlers, and improved sword dashing mechanics.
DayZ creator Dean 'Rocket' Hall has over 2,000 hours in Kerbal Space Program and played the original XCOM at Mount Everest base camp: 'I think when I die, I will still be playing that game'DayZ creator Dean Hall discusses his extensive gaming habits, revealing over 2,000 hours in Kerbal Space Program and a lifelong love for XCOM, which he played at Mount Everest base camp. Hall, founder of RocketWerkz, also shares his current passion for RimWorld and Ostranauts, and his belief that XCOM is a game he will play until he dies.- Necesse collabs with four major games in this week’s Secrets patch, sets next major update for summerNecesse has received a 'Secrets' update featuring cosmetic items, weapons, and trinkets, including official collaboration content from Palworld, Valheim, Rimworld, and Core Keeper. Developer Fair Games also announced that the next major content update, which will merge planned spring and summer features like a romance system and world generation 2.0, is scheduled for release this summer.
Fear does not exist in this dojo, does it? New martial-arts-meets-Rimworld colony sim might be unique enough to workEastern Era, a new colony simulation game developed by FunYoo Games, has been released on Steam. The game combines Rimworld-like gameplay with a martial arts theme, tasking players with recruiting and training colonists. While not in Early Access, the game has a 'Mixed' review rating due to some bugs but shows promise for fans of the genre and Wuxia themes.
Going Medieval first impressions – the cabbage patch kingdom simulatorGoing Medieval, a medieval colony simulation game by Foxy Voxel, has exited Early Access after a five-year period. This preview offers first impressions of the game, drawing comparisons to Rimworld and highlighting its engaging gameplay loop of building, resource management, and survival against harsh conditions and potential attacks. The article notes the updated tutorial and the game's ability to generate unique player stories.
32 Best Strategy Games To Play Over And Over Again In 2026This guide highlights 32 of the best strategy games available to play, spanning various subgenres like city-builders, real-time strategy, and turn-based tactics. The list includes both classic titles and modern releases, emphasizing games that require critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Many of the featured games are playable on PC and consoles, offering diverse gameplay experiences.- Bite Sized Reviews: Sky HarvestSky Harvest is an indie farming and life-simulation game developed by Hamzah Kirmani, offering a relaxing experience on giant floating islands. Despite being in Early Access, the game is praised for its scope, low price point, and emphasis on farming and exploration over combat. Future updates are planned based on community feedback.
You Have to Play this Game: RimworldRimworld is a highly engaging colony management and survival game released by Ludeon Studios in 2016. The game's intelligent AI storyteller generates unique narratives through complex simulations of psychology, ecology, and social interactions. An expansion, "Royalty," has recently been released, adding new features and quests to the already deep gameplay experience.
Colony sim Going Medieval, aka friendlier Rimworld, hits 1.0 release in March after 16 major updatesThe colony simulation game Going Medieval will officially launch out of early access on March 12th, developer Foxy Voxel announced. The 1.0 release will include a proper endgame, new content, and achievements. A demo is also available for players to experience the first few hours of gameplay.- Best Rimworld Melee Weapons to UseThis guide details the best melee weapons to use in Rimworld, focusing on those crafted from steel for optimal DPS and armor-piercing capabilities. It highlights weapons like the Zeus Hammer, Plasma Sword, and Mono Sword, noting that Uranium can further enhance their stats. The article also suggests linking melee-focused pawns with AI Personas for improved combat effectiveness.