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You Can Play This Unforgiving Zombie Game For Free Before Its 1.0 Launch This Summer
No More Room In Hell 2, an unforgiving zombie survival game, is offering a free weekend on Steam and the Epic Games Store from April 30 to May 4, allowing players to try its new wave-based Survival mode before its 1.0 launch this summer. The game, developed by Torn Banner Studios, is known for its challenging difficulty and will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Senior brand manager Kenneth Bourgon discussed the team's focus on maintaining a challenging yet learnable experience.
Corsair Cove sails past 100,000 wishlists in under two weeks
The pirate-themed city-builder Corsair Cove has surpassed 100,000 wishlists on PC platforms like Steam and Epic Games Store in under two weeks. Developed by Limbic Entertainment and published by Hooded Horse, the game will also launch day one on PC Game Pass. Players will manage complex production chains and build their pirate utopia vertically.
MindsEye Gets BLACKLISTED Update and Price Cut
Build a Rocket Boy has announced a permanent price reduction for the game MindsEye. This price cut is already active on Steam and is expected to be implemented on the Epic Games Store soon. The update also includes a feature called BLACKLISTED.
Operation Live: New Commandos: Origins DLC No Man Left Behind Deploys Today
Kalypso Media and Claymore Game Studios have released "No Man Left Behind," the second DLC for Commandos: Origins. Available on PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox on PC, and PlayStation 4|5, the DLC adds four new missions set in occupied France, focusing on rescuing a captured comrade and sabotaging a German superweapon. A new 'Radio Operator' enemy unit introduces tactical challenges related to enemy communications.
MEMOLITH: Forsaken by Light Launches Worldwide Today with New Trailer and Launch Event
WEBZEN announced that MEMOLITH: Forsaken by Light, a turn-based tactical RPG developed by Black Anchor Studio, has officially launched worldwide on PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. The game has been reworked based on player feedback from its October 2023 Early Access release, with an emphasis on strategic decision-making and reduced randomness. A new trailer and a launch event offering WEBZEN Coins are available to celebrate the full release.
Black Myth: Wukong — Global Concert Tour Announced
Game Science has announced a global concert tour for their action RPG, Black Myth: Wukong, scheduled for 2026. The tour will feature 21 performances across 12 cities, blending traditional Chinese folk music with symphonic orchestration. Black Myth: Wukong is available on PlayStation 5, Steam, Epic Games Store, and Xbox Series X, with Black Myth: Zhong Kui also in development.
After 6 Years of Poorly Supervised Development, ‘The Wilds of Dacrima’ Launches May 12th
Antler Studios announced that their physics-based puzzle adventure, The Wilds of Dacrima: Field Notes from a Poorly Supervised Alchemist and His Unruly Clockwork Companion, will launch on May 12, 2026, for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. The game features emergent alchemy mechanics, vertical exploration, and a Victorian-inspired setting with a British sense of humor.
Last Flag, The Third-Person Shooter From Imagine Dragons Singer, Goes Free Every Weekend For Now
Last Flag, a third-person shooter developed by Night Street Games and featuring Imagine Dragons singer Dan Reynolds, is offering free play weekends every weekend indefinitely. The full game is available as a demo on Steam and the Epic Games Store, allowing players to progress and earn cosmetics. This promotion aims to increase player numbers for the game, which launched in April and has seen a low concurrent player count.
Arms of God will launch in Early Access on June 8, 2026!
Dark Jay Studio announced that its action roguelite, Arms of God, will launch in Early Access on June 8, 2026, for PC platforms including Steam and Epic Games Store. The game features intense combat, weapon merging mechanics, and a dark fantasy aesthetic. Future updates plan to add co-op and console versions for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox.
A Japanese visual novel where you're a pet hamster doted on by three sisters is back on Steam
The visual novel Sweet Hamster Days, where players control a pet hamster doted on by three sisters, is set for a Q3 release on Steam, Epic Games Store, and DLsite. This marks the game's second announcement after being previously pulled from Steam due to 'various circumstances'. The game's Steam page indicates frequent nudity and sexual content.
Zenless Zone Zero coming to Steam later this year
Zenless Zone Zero is scheduled to launch on Steam in Q2 2026, with developer miHoYo implementing pre-release tests and community wishlist rewards. The article also touches on the Epic Games Store's perceived shortcomings and its potential impact on live service game releases.
Publisher Apogee Entertainment Highlights Partial 2026 Lineup at the Second Wind and Wishlisted Showcases
Apogee Entertainment showcased its partial 2026 lineup, featuring new trailers and announcements for Below the Stone, Littlelands, LUCID, and Vexlands. Below the Stone and LUCID are set for a summer 1.0 launch on PC, with Vexlands also launching on PC and consoles this summer. Littlelands will release its demo on May 4, 2026.
Steam Weekend Sale Brings Deep Discounts to Popular PC Games
Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG are currently holding weekend sales, offering significant discounts on PC games. While these sales provide accessible gaming opportunities and exposure for developers, concerns exist regarding impulse buying, the devaluation of games, and the long-term sustainability of developer business models due to aggressive pricing competition.
Sweet Hamster Days launches in July
The live-action dating simulation game Sweet Hamster Days is set to launch in July for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. The game features a unique blend of live-action elements and simulation gameplay.
Zenless Zone Zero Finally Hits Steam After Epic Games Store Drama
Zenless Zone Zero is coming to Steam after its initial launch exclusively on the Epic Games Store. HoYoverse's action RPG will now be available to a much larger audience on Valve's platform, which offers more community features and better Steam Deck compatibility. This move is seen as a strategic decision to maximize player numbers and profits, following the success of Genshin Impact's multi-platform strategy.
SnowRunner Season 18 Hits Public Test Server – Time to Get Your Hands Dirty
Season 18 content for SnowRunner is now available on the Public Test Server, allowing players who own the base game on the Epic Games Store to test new features. This early access period enables the community to provide feedback and help shape the upcoming content before its official release.
Turkiye passes legislation to tighten its grip on Steam and other gaming platforms, but it's social media companies…
Turkiye's parliament has approved new legislation that will impose stricter regulations on gaming platforms like Steam and Epic Games Store. The bill, part of a broader push to protect children, includes requirements for age ratings, parental tools, and data sharing with authorities. While platforms face penalties for non-compliance, they will not be banned outright, though social media companies face more severe consequences.
Luna Abyss Launches May 21 on PS5, Xbox, and PC
Kwalee and Kwalee Labs announced that Luna Abyss will launch on May 21, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and other platforms. The single-player action-adventure game features first-person platforming, story-driven exploration, and bullet-hell combat as players descend into a derelict megastructure on a mimic moon.
ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies “Whole Sick Crew” Trailer Released
ZA/UM Studio has released a new trailer for their upcoming espionage RPG, ZERO: PARADES: For Dead Spies, focusing on the "Whole Sick Crew" of characters. The game is set to launch on PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG on May 21, with a PlayStation 5 release planned for later this year.
Voidling Bound Locks in June 9 Release and New Trailers Unveil the Abyss and Expanded Steam Playtest
Indie studio Hatchery Games, founded by former Skylanders developers, has announced a June 9, 2026 release date for their monster-taming third-person shooter, Voidling Bound, on PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. Two new trailers showcase the game's features, including an endgame mode called 'The Abyss,' and a limited-time Steam playtest is available until April 27.
