Tunic
News, coverage and analysis tracking Tunic across the outlets.- July’s Humble Choice Bundle Is Now Available – Score Sea of Stars, Tunic, and 6 More PC Games for $15The July Humble Choice Bundle is now available, offering eight PC games for $14.99 with a membership. This month's lineup includes notable titles such as Sea of Stars, Tunic, and Neon White, alongside five other games.
Summer Games Done Quick 2026: Watch Day 2 hereSummer Games Done Quick 2026 is underway in Minneapolis, Minnesota, raising money for Doctors Without Borders. The event features speedrunners tackling various games, with a detailed schedule provided for Day 2, including titles like Dragon Quest 11, Super Mario Odyssey, and Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart across multiple platforms.
One of my favourite weeks of the year is here: Summer Games Done Quick 2026 begins and anyone with a passing interest in games should dip inSummer Games Done Quick 2026, a week-long speedrunning event featuring at least 69 games, runs from July 5th to July 12th. The event, which benefits Doctors Without Borders, will showcase speedruns of titles including Elden Ring, Super Mario Odyssey, and Hollow Knight: Silksong, with developer Andrew Shouldice attending for a Tunic run. Streams are available on Twitch and YouTube.
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.
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.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – June 6, 2026 – Tomodachi Life clears againThe Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of June 6, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream retaining the top position. Bluey’s Quest for the Gold Pen debuted at #9, while Mina the Hollower dropped out of the top ten. The article also lists the top 30 overall games and top 30 download-only games.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – May 30, 2026 – Mina the Hollower, Poppy Playtime: Chapter 5, LumenTale all debutThe latest Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of May 30, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream remaining at #1. New releases Mina the Hollower, Poppy Playtime: Chapter 5, and LumenTale: Memories of Trey all debuted in the top rankings.
The Remake of the End of the Greatest RPG of All Time Review – More than just a tributeThe Remake of the End of the Greatest RPG of All Time is a meta-game that cleverly uses the nostalgia for classic JRPGs to create a layered adventure about game development. Players unravel complex puzzles by collecting manual pages and exploring developer videos, with the game itself becoming secondary to the investigation of its underlying mysteries. It's a unique experience that explores what motivates developers and how nostalgia shapes our relationship with games.
PS Plus Premium Users Get 40+ New PS5 Demo Trials from TodaySony has added over 40 new indie game trials to PlayStation Plus Premium for PlayStation 5 users. These trials, which generally last between one and three hours, are available until June 10, 2026. The update significantly expands the selection of playable demos for subscribers.
8 Finishable RPGs for Adults Who Bounced Off BG3 | TAGThis article recommends eight role-playing games that can be completed in under 30 hours for players who found Baldur's Gate 3 too time-consuming. The list includes titles like Undertale, Citizen Sleeper, Pentiment, Tunic, Disco Elysium, Chrono Trigger, Sea of Stars, and Chained Echoes, categorized by playtime and offering deep narrative satisfaction without a massive time commitment.
12 Games You Can Actually Finish Under 30 Hours (2026) | TAGThis article highlights 12 games that can be completed in under 30 hours, with many falling under 10 hours, emphasizing that their short length is by design rather than due to cut content. The list includes titles like A Short Hike, Firewatch, Stray, and Outer Wilds, categorized by playtime and offering a solution for players struggling with large backlogs.
FINJI’s 868-BACK launches on May 28thFINJI and Michael Brough announced that the computer-hacking strategy roguelike game 868-BACK will launch for PC on May 28th. The game challenges players to hack servers and steal data from corporations, with a soundtrack by Tara Macalister. FINJI, founded by Adam and Rebekah Saltsman, is also known for publishing games like Tunic and Chicory.- Memoria Wake is a challenging isometric soulslikeMemoria Wake is an upcoming indie game that draws inspiration from titles like Death's Door and Tunic. The game is described as a challenging isometric soulslike.
An indie asking for $250,000 is 'a drop in the bucket' says Tunic's publisher, but indies are in a 'survival' era because companies think that 'isn't profitable enough' to fundFinji CEO Rebekah Saltsman describes the current era for indie games as 'survival,' stating that companies are hesitant to fund projects that aren't highly profitable. She argues that this focus on massive returns overlooks mid-tier games that could significantly impact the industry and change developers' lives. Saltsman emphasizes the publisher's goal of ensuring developers can make enough profit to create future games.
'You would not believe the number of AI games in our inbox' says Tunic's publisher 'I am tired of…Finji CEO Rebekah Saltsman expresses frustration with the increasing number of game pitches, resumes, and even game concepts that heavily utilize generative AI. She states the company will not incorporate AI into its own games due to copyright and ethical concerns, preferring to focus on traditional development methods.
From Minecraft to Monster Hunter: How Switch 2 is Revol... | TAGNintendo has released a new update for the Switch 2, version 22.0.0, which enhances the performance of older Nintendo Switch games when played in docked mode. The update also introduces social features like private friend notes and improved GameChat options. Separately, Tunic is receiving an upgrade for the rumored Switch 2, and a new anime series based on Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice has been revealed.
Four years ago, Tunic had a transformative effect on me - now it's getting a Switch 2 upgrade, you really must play itDeveloper Finji announced that the acclaimed adventure game Tunic is coming to the Nintendo Switch 2. The game, known for its intricate puzzle design and unique in-game instruction manual, is celebrated for its Zelda-inspired exploration and challenging combat. The announcement was made on the game's fourth birthday, with no specific release date provided yet.
Tunic to get Nintendo Switch 2 update soonFinji announced that the acclaimed indie game Tunic will receive an update for the Nintendo Switch 2. The game's creator stated on X that the update is currently in development and encouraged fans to stay tuned for more information.
Brilliant And Brutal Puzzle Adventure Tunic Is Getting A Switch 2 UpdatePublisher Finji announced that the puzzle adventure game Tunic will receive an update for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. While no release date was provided, the team is actively working on the update. The original game was praised for its challenging combat and Zelda-inspired exploration.
Tiktok refuses to axe racist AI-generated ads for Finji gamesDeveloper and publisher Finji is facing a situation where TikTok is refusing to remove racist and sexist AI-generated advertisements for its games, despite the company not producing them. CEO Bekah Saltsman reported that TikTok's customer support acknowledged the issue but ultimately refused to take action, leading Finji to cease advertising on the platform.