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THE GOLDEN AGE OF BEAT EM’ UPS RETURNS ON MAY 14TH AS SECRET MISSION GAMES BRINGS MAD KING REDEMPTION TO EARLY ACCESS
Secret Mission Games announced that its debut title, Mad King Redemption, will launch into Steam Early Access on May 14th for $14.99 USD. Inspired by classic beat 'em ups like Golden Axe and Final Fight, the game features modern updates such as roguelite progression and both local and online co-op gameplay. The studio, comprised of industry veterans, is self-funded and seeking investment partners.
Demeo Turns Five! New Player Ranks, New Loot, and 55% Off
Demeo is celebrating its fifth anniversary with new player ranks, platform-wide improvements, and a 55% discount on Steam and Meta Horizon. The update introduces five new player ranks with cosmetic rewards and backend enhancements, including a Unity engine update. Resolution Games CEO Tommy Palm expressed gratitude for the passionate community that has made Demeo a beloved digital tabletop experience.
The Party Returns To Tens Of Millions Of Players - Jackbox Games Announces The Jackbox Party Pack 12
Jackbox Games has announced The Jackbox Party Pack 12, featuring five new games and launching in 2026 for PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and other platforms. This release follows a year of expansion for the company, including a partnership with Netflix to bring select Jackbox titles to subscribers and the launch of a new publishing label with their first title, My Arms Are Longer Now.
MindsEye Developer Hit With Another Round of Layoffs
Build A Rocket Boy, the developer of MindsEye, has undergone another round of significant layoffs, impacting approximately 170 employees. This follows the termination of IO Interactive's publishing collaboration, with Build A Rocket Boy now handling publishing in-house. The game has also faced poor critical and player reception, with its co-CEO alleging a smear campaign against the title.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced combat will be 'more demanding' than the original
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced will feature rebuilt combat mechanics that are more demanding than the original game. Enemies will adapt to player patterns, requiring a varied approach to offense and defense to overcome challenges like parry-immune Unstoppable Attacks. The remake is set to release on July 9 for PC.
Aniimo Preview at PAX East 2026
Pawprint Studio's Aniimo, a creature collector-battler, was showcased at PAX East 2026. The game features stylized creature designs and allows players to merge with their monsters. Aniimo is slated for a 2026 release on PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, iOS, and Android.
Dead as Disco Early Access
Brain Jar Games has launched the rhythmic brawler Dead as Disco into Early Access for Windows on the Epic Games Store and Steam. The game is available with a 20% launch discount.
Dead As Disco Is Out Now! - Viral Rhythm Brawler Launches Into Early Access
The rhythm-driven beat 'em up Dead As Disco has launched into Early Access on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. Developed by Brain Jar Games, the game features music-synced combat, a neon-drenched world, and a soundtrack with over 30 songs. It is available at a discounted price of $19.99 for a limited time.
Sniper Elite Studio Has No Plans To Use Generative AI In Games, But The Conversation "Should Be More Nuanced," Says CEO
Rebellion CEO Jason Kingsley stated the studio has no plans to use generative AI in its games, but believes the industry conversation around the technology needs to be more nuanced. He suggested AI could be used as a tool to speed up iteration and assist with tasks like creating collision boxes or performing large-scale QA testing, acting as a 'force multiplier for creativity' rather than a replacement for human developers.
Mr. Karate Coming to Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves This May
Mr. Karate will be added to SNK's Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves in May. The game is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. The article also mentions other recent game releases and announcements, including World Heroes Perfect, Far Far West, and a LEGO SEGA Genesis model.
Extraction RPG Wildgate’s 1.5 update overhauls its co-op PvE mode
Moonshot and Dreamhaven have released update 1.5 for their extraction game Wildgate, significantly overhauling the co-op PvE mode with five progressive zones that increase in difficulty. The update also aims to improve matchmaking and overall game feel based on community feedback. Wildgate is available on Steam, Xbox, PlayStation, and the Epic Games Store, with a limited-time 75% discount on Steam.
Inner Voice Launches Today on Steam, GOG and Epic Games Store
Dionous Games and X Interactive have launched Inner Voice, a first-person horror-adventure exploration game, on Steam, GOG, and the Epic Games Store for PC. Developed by solo developer Nikos Chronopoulos, the game features atmospheric storytelling, environmental puzzles, and multiple endings in a surreal Victorian/Western world.
Subnautica 2's early access has chased a campervanning game about starting fires and hacking PCs into an earlier release
Square Glade Games has moved up the early access release of their campervanning game Outbound to May 11th to avoid direct competition with the highly anticipated Subnautica 2, which is launching on May 14th. The demo for Outbound will be removed from Steam on May 8th.
Monthly Development Update - March 2026 news - Warped Universe
Warped Universe is set to launch into Early Access on May 6th for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. The developers have been working on balancing space combat, enemy AI, UI, and performance. The game is described as a free-to-play space game influenced by titles like Destiny, Warframe, XCOM, and Everspace.
Wuthering Waves Version 3.3 “Reverbs From the End of Galaxies” Launches as Second Anniversary Begins
Wuthering Waves Version 3.3, "Reverbs From the End of Galaxies," is now live, marking the game's second anniversary. The update introduces new story quests, playable characters Hiyuki and Denia, new weapons, an expanded map with Dimmr Plains, and a new challenge encounter. It also features collaboration events with franchises like Resident Evil and system updates for PC and mobile, including DLSS support and performance improvements.
After a year of messy legal shenanigans, Subnautica 2 has an early access release date
Unknown Worlds has announced that Subnautica 2 will launch in early access on May 14th for $30 USD, with regional pricing available. The developer confirmed that players will only need to purchase the game once during early access to receive all future updates up to the 1.0 launch and beyond. Krafton has been removed as the publisher from the game's store pages following legal disputes.
Subnautica 2 launches May 14 in early access on Steam, Epic, and Xbox – with Krafton not listed as publisher after…
Subnautica 2 will launch in early access on May 14 for PC via Steam and Epic Games Store, and on Xbox, included with Game Pass. The game's developer, Unknown Worlds, is co-publishing with Krafton, despite a recent legal dispute that saw Krafton removed as publisher from store pages. The early access trailer hints at a narrative involving a colony ship and survival on an alien world.
Horticular, a cozy creature collecting game inspired by Viva Piñata, is out now on Nintendo Switch!
The cozy creature collecting and gardening game Horticular, developed by inDirection Games and published by Slug Disco, has launched on Nintendo Switch. Previously available on PC platforms like Steam and Epic Games Store, the game allows players to build and expand a garden, attract adorable animals, and fend off corruption. The Switch version is optimized for on-the-go play.
CHAOS BREAKS LOOSE AS BANDIT TRAP LAUNCHES TODAY
Bandit Trap, a 3v1 physics-driven multiplayer party brawler from Picomy and PM Studios, has launched today on PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. The game features destructible environments where one player acts as a Trapper setting up traps, while three Bandits attempt to steal treasures and escape. The developers highlighted the game's chaotic fun and strategic depth, with a special collaboration with Menchie's Frozen Yogurt also announced for May.
Rena rånet! Thick as Thieves blir tokbilligt
The stealth action game Thick as Thieves, led by Warren Spector, will launch on May 20th for $5. Initially planned as PvPvE, the game now features a solo or two-player co-op experience with distinct character abilities. It will be available on Steam and Epic Games Store, with PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X versions planned.