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Arco breaks even after topping 100,000 sales in two years
The Mesoamerican fantasy RPG Arco has recouped its development costs, selling over 100,000 copies worldwide since its launch on August 15, 2024. Composer and sound designer José Ramón confirmed the game has broken even, with the majority of sales coming from Steam, and many players utilizing the Steam Deck. The article also touches on the game's unique simultaneous turn-based combat system.
ANIIMO SHARES NEW TRAILER TO CELEBRATE OPENING OF GLOBAL BETA TEST
Pawprint Studio has launched the global closed beta test for their creature-catching open-world RPG, Aniimo. The beta is available on PC via Steam and a standalone launcher, as well as iOS and Android devices. The game is slated for a Q3 2026 release on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Mac.
Pixel Starships Teams Up with KennysGifs for a Limited-Time Galactic Battle Pass
Pixel Starships is collaborating with KennysGifs for a limited-time battle pass event running from July 4 to August 22, 2026. Players can recruit six popular KennysGifs characters to join their starships and participate in galactic adventures. The game is available on PC, iOS, and Android devices.
The Jackbox Party Pack 12 Unveils This Year’s Five New Games
Jackbox Games has revealed the five new titles included in The Jackbox Party Pack 12, set to launch later this year. The collection will feature We Forgot a Card, MegaPals, Debate and Switch, Idol Factions, and Hyperface. The pack is confirmed for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Apple TV, iPad, and Mac, with an Android version not yet announced but considered likely.
Total War: ATTILA Relaunching for macOS on July 2nd
Feral Interactive announced that Total War: ATTILA will relaunch for macOS on July 2nd with native Apple Silicon support and improved performance. The relaunch includes all eight DLCs and will be available on Steam, with a Mac App Store release planned for later in July. The game is set in the Western Roman Empire during the Migration Period and features strategic gameplay focused on survival and conquest.
All Five Games in The Jackbox Party Pack 12 Announced
Jackbox Games has announced all five new games included in The Jackbox Party Pack 12: We Forgot a Card, MegaPals, Debate and Switch, Idol Factions, and Hyperface. The collection will launch later this year on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Apple TV, iPad, and Mac. The party game series has entertained tens of millions of players globally.
New Crimson Desert update finally solves the case of the missing outdoor furniture
Pearl Abyss has released update 1.12.01 for Crimson Desert, addressing issues such as disappearing outdoor furniture and the inability to climb moving objects. The update is available on PlayStation, Xbox, and Steam, with PC and Mac App Store versions to follow. Despite initial middling reviews, Crimson Desert has achieved over 6 million sales worldwide since its March release.
Yet another new Crimson Desert update is here, and this one adding Pinball, because of course
Pearl Abyss has released another update for Crimson Desert, version 1.10.00, which adds new minigames like Pinball and Orb Roll, improvements to the Re-Blockade feature, and new mounts and pets. The update is available on PlayStation, Xbox, Steam, and Epic Games Store, with a Mac App Store version in progress. The article also notes the game's commercial success and plans for DLC.
The latest Crimson Desert update lets you mount iguanas, mountain goats, tigers, lions and other fantastic beasts
Crimson Desert has received update 1.06, introducing a variety of new special mounts beyond horses, including iguanas, mountain goats, tigers, and lions. Players can gain trust with these creatures through feeding and subduing them to unlock them as mounts. The update also adds new combat skills, an extraction feature for refining materials, and a Night Tone Mode for improved visual comfort.
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.
Wuthering Waves reveals a slew of new content ahead of second anniversary celebrations
Kuro Games has announced details for Wuthering Waves Version 3.3, 'Reverbs From the End of Galaxies,' launching April 30th. The update introduces new quests, characters Hiyuki and Denia, weapons, and the Dimmr Plains area. It also features collaborations with Resident Evil, PRAGMATA, and Angry Birds, offering new Expedition Motorbike liveries, alongside various gameplay optimizations and free rewards.
New Crimson Desert patch brings a huge storage upgrade, but waves goodbye to its best flight trick
Pearl Abyss has released a new patch for Crimson Desert, significantly increasing private storage capacity from 240 to 1,000 slots and reintroducing a helmet visibility toggle. The update also allows players to revert to classic movement controls and fast travel to Abyss Nexuses while moving, though a popular flight trick has been removed. The patch is now live on PC platforms including Steam and the Epic Games Store.
Slay the Spire 2, Scott Pilgrim EX and other new indie games worth checking out
This roundup highlights several new and upcoming indie games, including Slay the Spire 2, Scott Pilgrim EX, and Planet of Lana II. It also covers releases like The Legend of Khiimori and Lost and Found Co., alongside updates for Ratcheteer DX and Birds Watching. Upcoming titles like My Little Puppy and The House of Hikmah are also featured, along with Ballgame and Echobreaker.