The Last Caretaker
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2027 Upcoming Games Release Schedule
This article provides a comprehensive release schedule for video games anticipated in 2027. It details specific titles with their planned release months and platforms, including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Games with broader 2027 release windows are also listed.
Morning Patches
Several games have received recent updates. Gothic 1 Remake has been updated to version 1.0.2 with a hotfix, The Last Caretaker's 'New Horizons' update (5.0) is now live, and The Last Gas Station has released a 'Time to Go Fishing' content update.
Morning Multiplex
This article highlights new trailers for several games, including Diablo IV's Season of Death Awakening gameplay trailer, The Last Caretaker's New Horizons update trailer, and The Last Gas Station's fishing update trailer.
The Last Caretaker Launches Update 5: New Horizons - New progression paths, exploration systems, tools, storyline and major improvements
Channel37 has released Update 5: New Horizons for their Early Access title, The Last Caretaker. This major update introduces Project Eden, a new progression system focused on rebuilding, alongside new exploration mechanics, tools, and a storyline. The update also brings significant performance improvements and new language support.
Finnish Game of the Year 2025 winner The Last Caretaker by Channel37 releases new trailer and updated demo
Channel37 has released a new trailer and an updated demo for their Early Access game, The Last Caretaker, following its win as Finnish Game of the Year 2025. The updates showcase new content, traversal options, tools, and performance improvements for the ocean-world survival game. The studio emphasizes player feedback in their ongoing development process.
Finnish Game Awards 2026 winners announced — MP3s & NPCs
The winners of the 2026 Finnish Game Awards have been announced, with The Last Caretaker taking home Finnish Game of the Year 2025. Other notable wins include My Tennis Apocalypse for Bit1 Game Competition 2026 and Cities: Skylines II for Best IP Expansion 2025. The event, organized by the Finnish Game Developers' Association and Neogames Finland, celebrated outstanding indie productions.
The Finnish Game Awards honored a scarf-wearing robot as Game of the Year
The Finnish Game Awards 2026 celebrated The Last Caretaker by Channel37 as the Best Finnish Game of 2025. Other notable winners included Paradigm Island for best indie game, Cities: Skylines II for best IP expansion, and Clash Royale for business excellence. The awards ceremony highlighted the achievements of the Finnish game industry, with a focus on outstanding indie productions.
Heroes Get High as Caretakers take to the skies in Update 04: Below Us
Channel37 has released Content Update 4: Below Us for their Early Access title, The Last Caretaker. This major update introduces new traversal options with the Salvage Gyro, new locations like Eden Cradle and Project Canticle, and a system called HoloMemory that reveals past events. The update also includes various quality-of-life improvements and performance enhancements.
Evening Patches
Several games have received official updates. Killing Floor 3 has released a Text Chat Update, The Last Caretaker's Content Update 4: Below Us is now live, and Star Citizen has launched Alpha 4.8.
Heroes Get High as Caretakers take to the skies in Update 04: Below Us
Channel37 has released Content Update 4: Below Us for their Early Access title, The Last Caretaker. This major update introduces new traversal options with the Salvage Gyro, expands the game world with locations like Eden Cradle and Project Canticle, and adds systems such as HoloMemory for uncovering past events. The update also includes numerous performance improvements and quality-of-life features.
Evening Patches
An official patch, Update 4.0 (version 0.7.5.610707), has been released for the game The Last Caretaker. This update is referred to as 'BELOW US'.
Evening Multiplex
This article showcases several new game trailers, including "The Last Caretaker - Update 04: Below Us", "Luna Abyss: 15 Minutes of Gameplay", and "NOIR BLOOM - Official 'First Bloom' Reveal Trailer". It also features the "Platige - Game Cinematics Showreel 2026".
Nordic Game Awards 2026: Final Nominations Revealed
The Nordic Game Awards 2026 have revealed their nominations, celebrating games from the Nordic region. The awards ceremony will take place on May 28th at Slagthuset in Malmö, hosted by actor Magnus Bruun. Nominees span categories such as Best Game, Best Art, and Best Technology, highlighting the region's development talent.
The best Finnish games in the world will be awarded at The Finnish Game Awards 2026 gala in May
The Finnish Game Awards 2026 gala will take place on May 21, 2026, in Helsinki to honor the best Finnish games of 2025. The event will feature new award categories such as Best IP Expansion of the Year and Business Excellence Award, alongside traditional honors like Finnish Game of the Year. The Finnish games industry saw revenue growth in 2025, driven by a strong performance in multi-platform, PC, and mobile segments.
The Development History of The Last Caretaker | Invision Game Community
The development history of The Last Caretaker highlights iterative production and external collaboration, common practices for independent and mid-scale studios. The survival-focused game prioritized system interaction and player-driven activity over scripted sequences and extensive narrative exposition. Development involved a small core team and external support, including RetroStyle Games, to maintain a focused scope and consistent production structure.
Morning Patches
Several games have received new updates, including The Last Caretaker's 3.5 update, No Man's Sky's Xeno Arena 6.33, and the launch of Old School RuneScape's Leagues VI: Demonic Pacts. Titan Quest II also received the Samson Update #2.
Morning Multiplex
This article highlights several recent game updates and trailers, including a shadow drop trailer for The Last Caretaker - Update 3.5. It also features a comprehensive guide to Old School RuneScape's Leagues VI and mentions the game Pragmata.
The Last Caretaker Shadow Drops Update 3.5: SHADOW DROP
Channel37 has released a surprise Early Access update, Update 3.5: Shadow Drop, for their game The Last Caretaker. This update addresses player feedback on issues like broken persistence, unreliable cables, and performance, and introduces new features such as a Photo Drone, PECO minigames, and hidden areas. The studio emphasizes their commitment to fixing player-reported issues promptly, separate from the original content roadmap.
The Last Caretaker Update 03: Curiosity Wakes Available Now
Channel37 has released Update 03: Curiosity Wakes for their sci-fi survival-crafting game, The Last Caretaker, now available in Early Access on Steam and the Epic Games Store. This update introduces orbital contact with a Council of Humanity, new ocean threats like Ram Sharks and ArchAngels, allied support units, and expanded Caretaker customization options.
The Last Caretaker's latest update embraces its inner Dr Evil by adding sharks with frickin' laser beams…
The survival simulation game The Last Caretaker has received a new update titled 'Curiosity Wakes', which introduces sharks with laser beams on their heads, deployable NPC companions like a mobile gun turret, and craftable spiderbots. Developer Channel37 has also added robot customization, new quests, locations, and performance optimizations, further solidifying its status as a dependable early access title.
