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INDIE Live Expo Showcased 200+ Titles, Returning for Winter Showcase Q4 2026
INDIE Live Expo's latest digital event showcased over 200 indie titles, including world premieres and new trailers. The next showcase is scheduled for Q4 2026. A Steam sale featuring many of the showcased games is also underway.
Vampire Crawlers, Peter Molyneux's return and other new indie games worth checking out
This article rounds up several new and upcoming indie games, highlighting Vampire Crawlers, Masters of Albion, Snap & Grab, Indoor Baseball, Crashout Crew, Kick, Elfie: A Sand Plan, and Clockwork Ambrosia. It also touches on hardware limitations and the creativity fostered by the Playdate console.
Square Enix Announces Final Fantasy XIV Online's Next Expansion 'Evercold'
Square Enix announced the next expansion for Final Fantasy XIV Online, titled 'Evercold,' during Naoki Yoshida's keynote at FFXIV Fan Festival 2026. Set to launch in January 2027 for PC, Mac, Steam, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch 2, the expansion introduces new jobs, areas, and a level cap increase to 110. It also features an unprecedented battle system overhaul with 'Reborn' and 'Evolved' modes, alongside a crossover raid series with the anime EVANGELION.
Final Fantasy XIV Announces Its Next Expansion Evercold
Square Enix announced Final Fantasy XIV Online's sixth expansion, Evercold, set to launch in January 2027 for PC, Mac, Steam, PlayStation, Xbox, and the Nintendo Switch 2. The expansion introduces a new saga, two new jobs, raises the level cap to 110, and features new cities, areas, dungeons, and raid series. Additionally, the game will receive a battle system overhaul with Reborn and Evolved modes, alongside a crossover event with the anime Evangelion.
Solo Dev Drops OMG! After Year-Long Indie Journey Into Steam’s Arena
Freddicus Game Studios has released OMG! - Overhead Micro Game on Steam after a year of solo development. The 2D pixel puzzle game, built using Unreal Engine 5 for cross-platform compatibility on PC, Mac, and Linux, has been extensively tested on the Steam Deck. The developer also highlighted the game's chiptune soundtrack, composed in FamiStudio.
Crimson Desert Drops New Massive Patch, Brings In Difficulty Modes And More | Console Creatures
Crimson Desert has received a significant update, version 1.04, introducing new difficulty modes (Easy, Normal, Hard), new skills for characters Kliff, Damiane, and Oongka, and an overhaul of housing and storage systems. The update also includes UI, control, and accessibility improvements, along with visual upgrades and platform-specific optimizations for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PC, and Mac.
Titanium Court mashes together genres and cultural references to tell a strange, funny tale
Titanium Court is a unique roguelite that blends match-three mechanics with tower defense and adventure game elements. Developed by AP Thomson and published by Fellow Traveller, the game features smart, funny writing and unexpected narrative turns. It recently won the Seumas McNally Grand Prize at the Independent Games Festival Awards and is available on PC and Mac, with a demo also available.
inKONBINI: One Store, Many Stories Launches Day One on Xbox Game Pass
Publisher Beep Japan and developer Nagai Industries announced that inKONBINI: One Store, Many Stories will launch on April 30, 2026, and be available day one on Xbox Game Pass. The game, inspired by early 1990s Japanese convenience stores, will also be released on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Mac.
Crimson Desert Update Brings Gameplay and System Enhancements
Pearl Abyss has released Patch 1.04.00 for Crimson Desert, introducing significant gameplay and system enhancements. The update includes new difficulty settings, expanded housing and storage systems, visual improvements, and various quality-of-life features across PC, console, and Mac platforms. Additionally, the original soundtrack will be released as free DLC.
‘There’s no blueprint for what we’re building’: Cozy MMO Loftia begins closed beta today
The closed beta for the solarpunk-themed MMO Loftia, developed by Qloud Games, begins today, April 22nd, and runs until May 6th on PC and Mac. The beta includes core city features, NPCs, farming, crafting, housing, and multiplayer adventures, though some systems are not yet complete. Game director Felipe Dal Molin described the game as a "cozy MMO that will grow into a second home."
Control: Ultimate Edition is out for the iPhone and iPad
Control: Ultimate Edition, a graphically demanding action-adventure game, has been released for iPhone, iPad, and Mac for $5. Developer Remedy has rebuilt the UI and controls for touchscreen devices, though controller support is also available. The game requires an A17 Pro chip or M-series chip for optimal performance, making it the latest AAA title to arrive on Apple's mobile platforms.
Earth Day 2026: Release date announcement of «The Guardian of Nature», the mycelium-themed cozy point-and-click puzzle adventure game.
Inlusio Interactive announced that its debut game, The Guardian of Nature, will fully release on May 21, 2026, on Steam, exiting Early Access. This hand-drawn, hand-animated point-and-click puzzle adventure focuses on mycelium networks and ecological themes. The studio has partnered with PlanetPlay's 'Battle for the Habitats' initiative to support ecosystem protection.
Apple’s New CEO Won’t Make Games—But He Might Make Macs Worth Gaming On
With John Ternus, known for his work on Apple silicon, now CEO, there's potential for Macs to become a more viable gaming platform. While not expecting a direct challenge to consoles, Ternus's hardware background could accelerate the gradual improvements in Mac gaming capabilities and software support.
Neverness to Everness Scorches Down the Road to Launch in Style with Porsche
Perfect World Games and Hotta Studio announced that Neverness to Everness will launch on April 29, 2026, for PC, Mac, PlayStation 5, iOS, and Android. The supernatural urban open-world RPG will feature collaborations with Porsche and Persona 5, alongside new characters, social systems, and activities. The game will also support full-scale ray tracing for enhanced visuals.
Cozy Retro Visual Novel 'NOOK FALL: West Town' Officially Launches May 11
NarraTruth Games and GCORES PUBLISHING announced that the visual novel NOOK FALL: West Town will launch on PC via Steam on May 11, 2026, for $13.99 USD, with a 10% launch discount available for two weeks. The game features a hand-drawn, 1980s-inspired art style and focuses on atmosphere, exploration, and uncovering hidden memories in the fictional West Town.
MEDIX launches first Public Playtest during Steam Medieval Fest
Buldozer Production has launched the first public playtest for their hand-drawn medieval real-time strategy game, MEDIX, on Steam. Available from April 20 to April 27 as part of Steam Medieval Fest, the playtest allows players to experience the opening two campaign missions and provide feedback to shape the game's development. Developer Josef Šmíd emphasized the importance of player feedback for refining mechanics and difficulty.
Kalski Games Launches Massive 3D Space MMO – Playable Directly in Your Browser
Kalski Games has launched Millions of Billions of Suns, a persistent 3D space MMO designed for browser-based play supporting over 100,000 players. The game offers deep tactical gameplay, fleet command, and logistics without requiring large downloads or high-end hardware, and is currently in Public Beta.
Airborne Empire Soars to 1.0 After Epic 15-Month Early Access Journey
Airborne Empire has officially launched version 1.0 after a 15-month Early Access period, concluding its narrative with a confrontation against the Pirate Queen. The flying city builder has been significantly shaped by community feedback, introducing new biomes, game modes like Survival and Pacifist, and expanded language support including Brazilian Portuguese and Russian. This release marks a successful collaboration between developers and players, offering a polished experience for both new and returning players on PC and Mac.
EdenSpark unveils monthly game jams with $250,000 total prize pool
Gaijin Entertainment has launched EdenSpark, a new open development platform featuring monthly game jams with a total annual prize pool of $250,000. Participants have 14 days each month to create games using the EdenSpark tools, with opportunities to publish directly to consoles. The initiative aims to empower creators and foster game development without requiring registered companies.
Perplexity brings its Personal Computer AI assistant to Mac
Perplexity has launched its AI assistant software, Personal Computer, for Mac users. This software builds upon previous orchestration capabilities and acts as a suite of computer use agents that can interact with files, apps, and the web to complete complex workflows. Users can prompt the assistant via voice or from their phone, with actions performed in a secure, auditable, and reversible sandbox.