Unpacking
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Xbox Game Pass Hidden Gems: 20 Games Worth Playing Right Now (2026) | TAGThis guide highlights 20 under-the-radar games available on Xbox Game Pass, categorized by their time commitment. It focuses on titles that are either new, forgotten, or obscure, offering recommendations for various playstyles and schedules. The article emphasizes that these games are worth owning even if they leave the service.
Game Pass Adds A Fan Favourite As Eight Games Prepare To LeaveXbox Game Pass is adding RV There Yet? and Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 to its library across various tiers, including PC Game Pass and Game Pass Ultimate. However, eight games, including Rise of the Tomb Raider and Slay the Spire, will be removed from the service on June 30th.- Xbox Game Pass Loses 8 More Games Very SoonMicrosoft is removing eight games from Xbox Game Pass on June 30, including Payday 2, Tomb Raider, Rise of the Tomb Raider, Slay the Spire, Ultimate Chicken Horse, Mecha Break, Volcano Princess, and Unpacking. Subscribers can purchase these titles at a discount before they are delisted. New additions to Game Pass in June include Call of Duty: Vanguard and EA Sports FC 26.
Here's your next batch of Xbox Game Pass games for JuneMicrosoft has announced new games coming to Xbox Game Pass in June and early July, including EA Sports FC 26, Call of Duty: Vanguard, and Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4. Several titles are also departing the service on June 30th.
Game Pass adds EA Sports FC 26, RV There Yet?, Winds of Arcana: Ruination, and more in late June to early JulyMicrosoft has announced new titles coming to Game Pass between late June and early July, including EA Sports FC 26, RV There Yet?, and Winds of Arcana: Ruination. Several other games like Junkster, Call of Duty: Vanguard, and Abyssus are also being added. Additionally, the article lists games that will be leaving the Game Pass library on June 30.
Xbox Game Pass lineup for late June 2026 announcedMicrosoft has revealed the upcoming games for Xbox Game Pass in late June 2026, including day-one releases like Junkster and Abyssus. Notable additions include Call of Duty: Vanguard, EA Sports FC 26, and Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4. Several titles are also departing the service at the end of June.
Coming to XBOX Game Pass: EA Sports FC 26, RV There Yet?, Winds of Arcana: Ruination, and MoreXbox Game Pass is adding several new titles throughout June and July, including EA Sports FC 26, RV There Yet?, and Winds of Arcana: Ruination. The service will also see the addition of Call of Duty: Vanguard, Abyssus, and Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4. Several games are also leaving the Game Pass library at the end of June.
Call of Duty: Vanguard and EA Sports FC 26 Joining Game Pass This WeekXbox Game Pass is adding several titles throughout June and July, including Call of Duty: Vanguard on June 17th and EA Sports FC 26 on June 18th. New additions also feature Abyssus, RV There Yet?, and Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4. Several games will depart the service on June 30th, such as Mecha BREAK and Slay the Spire.
Review: Momento Encourages Certain Item Arrangements and UnpackingMomento is a new cozy organizing and puzzle game from Fat Alien Cat and Nomo Studio that builds on the genre established by Unpacking. Players arrange items to progress through different life stages, with choices impacting the narrative path. While not as groundbreaking as Unpacking, Momento offers satisfying puzzles and encourages replayability.
Paralives is unpacking a collab with Aussie game UnpackingThe life simulation game Paralives is collaborating with the Aussie-made game Unpacking in a free update. This update will add iconic items from Unpacking, such as stuffed toys and posters, as decorative objects for players' homes. This marks another collaboration for Paralives, which has previously partnered with games like Among Us and Boyfriend Dungeon.- IGEA Announces the 2026 AGDAsThe Australian Game Developer Awards (AGDAs) will return in 2026, celebrating the Australian games industry with nominations now open until June 7. The ceremony will be held on October 7 at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre as part of Melbourne International Games Week, recognizing outstanding games, studios, and individuals.
Best Games Under 5 Hours That Are Actually Worth Playing (2026) | TAGThis article highlights several games that can be completed in under five hours, arguing that shorter experiences offer significant value and impact. It features titles like What Remains of Edith Finch, Florence, and Portal, detailing their playtime, price, and platforms, and emphasizes that brevity does not equate to lesser quality.
The Sunday PapersThis article rounds up recent discussions and investigations within the game development industry. Topics include the resurgence of the Australian game development scene, the risks of developers repeatedly making similar games, the creation of soundtracks for extraction shooters, the challenges of crowdfunding, and critical perspectives on the use of AI in writing.
The rise, fall, and resurgence of Australian game developmentThe Australian game development industry has experienced a significant resurgence, transitioning from major studio closures after the 2008 financial crisis to a thriving indie scene supported by government tax incentives and funding. Despite challenges like a smaller talent pool, government initiatives like the Digital Games Tax Offset have made Australia an attractive investment destination, fostering growth for both indie and larger studios.- Super Meat Boy 3D, coin-pushing chaos and other new indie games worth checking outThis roundup highlights several new and upcoming indie games, including the precision platformer Super Meat Boy 3D, the roguelike deckbuilder Raccoin, and the eldritch horror Soulslike Tombwater. Other featured titles span genres like village building, home renovation, survival extraction, and narrative adventure, with many available on PC and consoles like PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch.
House Flipper is free to keep on Steam for the next few daysHouse Flipper is available to claim for free on Steam until April 6 as part of the House and Home Fest. The promotion allows players to keep the base game permanently, with discounts also available on its numerous DLC packs and the Flipper Bundle. The sequel, House Flipper 2, is also mentioned.- Apple Arcade just got two indie gemsApple Arcade has added two acclaimed indie titles, Dredge+ and Unpacking+, optimized for mobile devices. Dredge+ is the complete edition of the fishing and horror game, while Unpacking+ is the original block-fitting puzzle game with a moving narrative. The platform also received My Very Hungry Caterpillar+ and updates for existing titles like Disney SpellStruck and Puyo Puyo Puzzle Pop.
My 5 favorite cozy games in Steam's House and Home saleThis article highlights five cozy games available during Steam's House and Home Fest sale, focusing on titles that involve building, organizing, or cleaning. Featured games include Creature Kitchen, PowerWash Simulator 2, Hozy, Unpacking, and My Little Life, with mentions of other sale titles like Idle Island and Tools Up.
Hozy Review — Bite-sized relaxationHozy is a cozy decoration game from tinyBuild and Come On Studio that features eye-catching semi-realistic visuals and an enjoyable dynamic soundtrack. While the game offers a relaxing experience with attention to detail in its physics and sound design, it lacks depth, customization, and a compelling narrative, making it feel more like an interactive tech demo than a fully fleshed-out title.
Oragnized Inside is the perfect follow-up to Unpacking and A Little to the Left, as you trail a stray cat around town…Organized Inside is a satisfying puzzle game that follows a stray cat cleaning up messes around town, offering a cozy experience similar to Unpacking and A Little to the Left. The game provides freedom in organizing levels, allowing for multiple correct solutions and reducing frustration. A free demo is available for those interested in adding it to their Steam library.