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Humble Bundle's Spring Mega Sale Kicks Off With Discounts Up To 97% Off
Humble Bundle has launched its Spring Mega Sale, featuring discounts of up to 97% on over 6,000 PC and Mac games. The sale runs until May 28, offering significant savings on titles such as Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Hollow Knight: Silksong, and older games like Silent Hill f and Metaphor: ReFantazio.
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.
Armor Alley - A 1980's real-time war game 'Rescue Raiders' has arrived on the Amstrad CPC by Fitosoft
Fitosoft has released Armor Alley, an 8-bit real-time war game, on the Amstrad CPC. This port is inspired by the 1991 Mac and PC title Armor Alley, which itself traces its lineage back to the 1984 Apple II classic Rescue Raiders. The game challenges players with strategic decision-making, resource management, and convoy protection.
The Steam Controller Is Already Being Scalped For Triple The Price
Valve's new Steam Controller sold out immediately upon release, leading to scalpers reselling the device for triple its retail price of $99 on platforms like eBay. Valve has acknowledged the high demand and is working to increase stock, but potential buyers are advised to act quickly to avoid inflated prices. The controller is designed for use with the entire Steam library across various platforms including PC, Steam Deck, and Steam Machine.
Studio Behind EVE Online Goes Independent, Rebrands as Fenris Creations, Enters Research Partnership with Google DeepMind
The company formerly known as CCP Games has rebranded as Fenris Creations and is now an independent entity following its acquisition from Pearl Abyss for $120 million. Fenris Creations has also entered a research partnership with Google DeepMind to advance AI research using EVE Online as a testbed. The transition involves no restructuring or layoffs, with studios in Reykjavík, London, and Shanghai remaining operational.
GRAV Fishing - Store Page and Teaser Trailer
Shatterproof Games announced GRAV Fishing, a unique fishing and exploration game set on the ocean world of Aquaria, where marine life has floated into space. Players use a gravity rod to rescue creatures, remove invasive barnacles, and restore the ecosystem. The game is in development for PC, Mac, and Nintendo Switch, with a playable demo planned.
Epic and Disney launch largest IP toolset to date, allowing devs to create Star Wars games in Fortnite
Epic Games and The Walt Disney Company have launched a comprehensive Star Wars toolset for Fortnite, enabling creators to build their own Star Wars-themed games within the platform. The tools include characters, vehicles, and gameplay features, with new lightsaber and force power customization options available in Unreal Editor for Fortnite. Developers must adhere to brand guidelines and share engagement payouts with Disney to publish their creations.
Little Sheep Valley — Reveal Announcement
Redknot Games has announced Little Sheep Valley, a cozy ranch-building game set in a Mediterranean landscape. Players will build and manage a sheep ranch, caring for their herd's happiness through petting, shearing, and decorating their environment. The game is slated for release on PC (Windows and Mac) in Q4 2026.
Roguelite Autobattler 'Castle Away' Expands Open Playtest with Mac, Linux, and Controller Support
Renegade Games has expanded the open playtest for its roguelite autobattler castle builder, Castle Away, adding native support for Mac and Linux, as well as controller functionality. The playtest, which allows players to scavenge, slay monsters, and build synergistic builds on a castle grid, has been extended until May 11th.
Control Resonant Developer Diary Reveals New Details on Manhattan Setting
Remedy Entertainment has revealed new details about Control Resonant, showcasing its warped Manhattan setting in a developer diary. The game, set to launch in 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Mac, will feature Dylan Faden exploring reality-bending locations and utilizing new elemental abilities and a shapeshifting melee weapon.
Mini Motorways to Add a New Map based on Player Votes
Dinosaur Polo Club is letting its community decide the next map for Mini Motorways through a player vote. Four fan-suggested cities are up for selection, with the winning map scheduled for a Q3 2026 release. The update will be free across all current platforms, including PC, Mac, Nintendo Switch, and Apple Arcade.
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.
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition arrives on Mac next month
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition is set to launch on Mac next month. The real-time strategy game will be available for players on the macOS platform.
Pearl Abyss and Dyenamik Announce Premium Crimson Desert Apparel Collection
Pearl Abyss and Dyenamik have partnered to launch a premium apparel collection inspired by the open-world action-adventure game Crimson Desert. The collection includes jerseys, a hoodie, and T-shirts, drawing inspiration from the game's world of Pywel. The items will be available worldwide exclusively through Dyenamik.com.
OPUS Prism Peak Update Adds Manual Saves, Cloud Support, and Second Playthrough
Shueisha Games and Sigono have released a significant update for OPUS: Prism Peak on Steam, introducing manual save systems, cloud save support for PC, Mac, and Steam Deck, and a second playthrough option that carries over progress. The update also includes missable content protection and a new afterstory in the credits, with Nintendo Switch support planned for the near future.
Tennis Manager 26: the franchise expands on May 12
Rebound announced that Tennis Manager 26 will launch on May 12, 2026, for PC, Mac, and mobile platforms. The game introduces a new 'MY PLAYER' mode where players create their own professional tennis career, alongside an expanded PC simulation experience. This marks the franchise's first simultaneous release on mobile with a try-before-you-buy option.
Steam Controller Release Date Announced
Valve announced the Steam Controller will be released on May 4th for $99, featuring advanced motion controls, trackpads, and customizable inputs. The controller is designed to work with Valve's entire Steam ecosystem, including PC, Steam Deck, and Steam Machine, offering broad compatibility through Bluetooth, USB, and a proprietary wireless connection.
Steam Controller to Launch Ahead of the Steam Machine on May 4 at $149 CAD and $99 USD | Console Creatures
Valve has announced that the Steam Controller will launch on May 4th for $99 USD and $149 CAD. This second-generation controller, powered by Steam Input, is designed to play all Steam games on various devices including PC, laptops, and Steam OS hardware like the Steam Deck. Valve also mentioned that updates on the Steam Frame and Steam Machine will be shared soon.
Valve's Steam Controller costs $99 and arrives May 4
Valve's Steam Controller will be available for $99 in the United States starting May 4. It connects to PCs, Macs, mobile devices, and the Steam Deck via Steam or the Steam Link app, with future support planned for Steam Machine and Steam Frame VR. The controller is designed to work exclusively with games launched through Steam.
Pixel Doors and Beyond The Pixels® Launch ‘Astro Burn’ into Early Access Following a Triumphant London Games Festival Showcase
Indie publisher Pixel Doors and developer Beyond The Pixels have launched their retro cute-em-up game Astro Burn into Early Access on PC and Mac via Steam. The launch follows a successful showcase at the London Games Festival, which significantly boosted the game's Steam wishlists. Astro Burn features a sassy space cat protagonist and promises arcade-style chaos with accessible gameplay.