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Royal Revolt Survivors Launched
Royal Revolt Survivors has officially launched out of Early Access for Windows and Linux on Steam, also marking its console release. The game is a co-op survival roguelite.
The Godot powered Slay the Spire 2 has already hit over 3 million sales
Slay the Spire 2, developed by Mega Crit using the Godot Engine, has achieved over 3 million sales in its first week. The developers have shared plans for future content updates, including alternate acts, new cards, events, and Steam Workshop support, while also addressing ongoing balance patches and quality-of-life improvements.
Team up with your friends in the Multiplayer Madness 2026 Humble Bundle
The Multiplayer Madness 2026 Humble Bundle offers a collection of multiplayer and co-op games for £10.77. The bundle includes titles like Shotgun Farmers, Phantom Squad, and Clone Drone in the Danger Zone, with many featuring Steam Deck compatibility and positive player reviews.
ARC Raiders replacing some AI voices, CEO says "a real professional actor is better than AI"
Embark Studios is replacing some generative AI voices in ARC Raiders with those of professional actors, according to CEO Patrick Söderlund. While AI will remain a production tool for testing lines, Söderlund stated that human actors provide a superior quality and emotional depth. The studio also uses a similar approach for announcer voice-overs in their other game, THE FINALS.
OpenRazer v3.12.0 brings Linux support for more Razer devices
The open-source project OpenRazer has released version 3.12.0, adding support for several new Razer peripherals on Linux. This update includes devices like the Razer BlackWidow V4 Tenkeyless HyperSpeed, Razer Mouse Dock Pro, and Razer Huntsman V3 Pro 8KHz, alongside various bug fixes and improvements to the Python library. The project aims to provide a community-driven alternative to vendor-specific software.
Hollow Knight: Silksong Patch 5 brings many more bug fixes and improved translations
Team Cherry has released Patch 5 for Hollow Knight: Silksong, which includes numerous bug fixes and improved translations for German and Traditional Chinese. The patch also addresses various gameplay exploits and minor issues, ensuring a smoother experience while players await the free Sea of Sorrow expansion.
Get Tiny Crate for Free
The throwback platformer Tiny Crate, developed by Harmony Monroe, is now free-to-play on Windows, macOS, and Linux via Steam. The developer has announced a change to this business model, though details were not provided.
Wizznic - An opensource puzzle game has arrived on the Amiga via Paulthetall
The open-source puzzle game Wizznic, originally created by Dusted for Windows and Linux, has been ported to the Amiga by Paulthetall. This demanding game is available for powerful Amiga devices and features arcade and career modes with 160 levels, as well as a level creator.
Google is adding official Chrome support for users running Arm and Linux and it's about time
Google will officially support its Chrome browser on Linux distributions utilizing Arm64 processors in the second quarter of this year. This expansion follows previous support for Arm-based macOS and Windows devices, aiming to provide a seamless experience for users switching to Arm-based Linux systems.
Proton Experimental brings fixes for REDLauncher, HELLDIVERS 2, Atelier Yumia, KILLER INN and more
Valve has released an update for Proton Experimental, bringing numerous fixes for games on Linux. Key improvements include resolving crashes in HELLDIVERS 2 during high enemy counts, fixing REDLauncher exit issues for games like Cyberpunk 2077 and The Witcher 3, and addressing video playback crashes in Atelier Ryza 3. The update also includes fixes for KILLER INN and DLSS support in Monster Hunter Stories 3.
Google will finally release Chrome for ARM64 Linux devices
Google will release an official ARM64 version of its Chrome browser for Linux devices in Q2 2026. This expansion, driven by AI development and the NVIDIA DGX Spark, brings Chrome to a new generation of high-performance devices, marking a significant commitment to the Linux and Arm ecosystems.
Transport Tycoon Deluxe returns from Atari - now a requirement for OpenTTD via Steam and GOG
Atari has re-released Transport Tycoon Deluxe on Steam and GOG, making it a requirement for the open-source project OpenTTD. This change, already live on GOG and coming to Steam, affects how users can access OpenTTD through these platforms. Transport Tycoon Deluxe, originally created by Chris Sawyer, is a classic building simulation game where players build a transportation empire.
Pixelnest announces Cosmo Cargo
Pixelnest Studio has announced Cosmo Cargo, an inventory autobattler roguelite with a PvE focus set in a sci-fi universe. The game is slated for release on PC, Mac, and Linux via Steam, with a playable demo available on itch.io. Pixelnest Studio, founded in 2014, is known for titles such as Steredenn and Steredenn: Binary Stars.
Rhell: Warped Worlds & Troubled Times Released
Rhell: Warped Worlds & Troubled Times, a 2.5D semi-open world puzzle/adventure game developed by SlugGlove and published by Yogscast Games, has been released on Steam for Windows and Linux. A playable demo is also available.
Foxy Dumplings kicks off its first private playtests, and everyone is welcome to try their hand at running a food truck!
Soft Crunch Games has announced that their upcoming cozy game, Foxy Dumplings, will be starting private playtests on March 12th via Steam. The playtests will feature the game's introduction, first region, greenhouse mechanics, and dumpling making. The game is planned for release in 2026 on PC, macOS, Linux, Steam Deck, PlayStation 4 & 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Mesa 26.0.2 arrives with more bug-fixes for Linux graphics drivers
Mesa 26.0.2 has been released, providing bug fixes for open-source graphics drivers on Linux. This update addresses issues including build failures, visual glitches in Counter-Strike 2 and Mafia III on AMD hardware, VRAM memory leaks, and compiler assertion failures.
OBS Studio 32.1.0 arrives with WebRTC Simulcast support and a new Audio Mixer
OBS Studio version 32.1.0 has been released, introducing WebRTC Simulcast support and a new Audio Mixer. This update for the free and open-source livestreaming and video recording application also includes numerous improvements and bug fixes for enhanced security, plugin management, and overall stability across platforms like Linux and macOS.
ROGOLF will come out on Nintendo Switch on same day as on PC
Seabird Interactive announced that their mini-golf roguelite game ROGOLF will launch worldwide on April 2, 2026, for Nintendo Switch and PC. The game features a Balatro-inspired scoring system and will be playable with various controller options, including touchscreen and local multiplayer.
Step Aside PS Portal! The Best Way to Use PS5 Remote Play Is Getting Better
An unofficial PlayStation 5 Remote Play application, PX Play, is receiving a significant update for PC, Mac, and Linux, offering features like 4K video support, reduced latency, and decreased CPU overhead. This unofficial app is noted to provide a superior experience compared to Sony's official PS Portal and Remote Play methods, especially for PC-based handhelds like the Steam Deck.
Unity announce expanded supported for Steam, Native Linux, Steam Deck and Steam Machine
Unity announced expanded official support for Steam, including native Linux, Steam Deck, and Steam Machine. Previously, developers had to integrate Steamworks themselves, but Unity will now provide official build targets and targeted enhancements for its Linux runtime to improve native performance.
